2001 Honda Passport vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Kyron.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Passport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Passport | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Passport | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
