2001 Acura EL vs. 1998 Honda Passport
To start off, 2001 Acura EL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Passport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Passport would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Acura EL. (124 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura EL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura EL. (155 Nm). This means 1998 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura EL. 1998 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 2001 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2001 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura EL | 1998 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | EL | Passport |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
