2011 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Honda Passport
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 50 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic.
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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2001 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Civic | 2001 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Passport |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4503 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
