2009 Acura TL vs. 1998 Honda Passport
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 11 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Honda Passport. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Passport.
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, 1998 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm). This means 1998 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1998 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | TL | Passport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| 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 | 276 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
