2005 Toyota Prius vs. 2001 Honda Passport
To start off, 2005 Toyota Prius is newer by 4 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 113 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Prius. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Prius.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Prius. (118 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Prius | 2001 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Prius | Passport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
