2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1998 Honda Passport
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Passport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Passport would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (119 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Passport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 1998 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm). This means 1998 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 1998 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1998 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | HR-V | Passport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
