2001 Honda Passport vs. 2002 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Passport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Passport would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 2002 Isuzu D-MAX.
Because 2002 Isuzu D-MAX 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, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX 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, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 2002 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Passport. 2001 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 2002 Isuzu D-MAX has manual transmission. 2002 Isuzu D-MAX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Passport | 2002 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Passport | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3060 mm |
