2001 Acura RL vs. 1999 Honda Passport
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 2 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Honda Passport. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Passport.
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, 2001 Acura RL (304 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Passport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 1999 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | RL | Passport |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
