2008 Acura RL vs. 2002 Honda Passport
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Passport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Passport would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Honda Passport. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Passport.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Passport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Passport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 2002 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | RL | Passport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
