2009 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Honda Passport

To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (197 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Honda Passport. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (189 Nm). This means 1998 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 1998 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic 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:

2009 Honda Civic 1998 Honda Passport
Make Honda Honda
Model Civic Passport
Year Released 2009 1998
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3201 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 197 HP 190 HP
Torque 189 Nm 256 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2710 mm


 

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