1999 Honda Passport vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Passport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Passport would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Passport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 1999 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Passport | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Passport | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 166 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
