2001 Honda Passport vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 11 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Honda Passport. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Passport.

Because 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Passport. 2001 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 2012 Nissan Frontier
Make Honda Nissan
Model Passport Frontier
Year Released 2001 2012
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3201 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 190 HP 261 HP
Torque 256 Nm 381 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3200 mm


 

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