2000 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Honda Passport
To start off, 2001 Honda Passport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura MDX (261 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Honda Passport. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Passport.
Because 2000 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Passport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Acura MDX (346 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Passport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 2001 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | MDX | Passport |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
