2001 Honda Passport vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 12 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 16 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Passport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2001 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Passport | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Passport | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
