2001 Acura TL vs. 2000 Honda Passport
To start off, 2001 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Passport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Passport would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Honda Passport. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2000 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 TL (294 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 2001 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Passport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura TL | 2000 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | TL | Passport |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 294 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 | 4910 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
