When you’re always on the go near Annandale, Clinton, and Somerville, New Jersey, you require a sporty, rugged, and capable SUV. Looking at the 2023 Honda Passport and the 2023 Subaru Outback, your drives to Easton, Pennsylvania, and beyond could benefit from either one. Great, but which one should you choose? Read this comparison by Clinton Honda to decide.

Honda Passport vs Subaru Outback: Interior

To carry all the passengers and sporting gear in your car, you’ll need room. The Honda Passport supplies you with more. From the 114.9 cubic feet of passenger space to the maximum cargo capacity of 100.8 cubic feet, you’ll be well seated with space.

In the Subaru Outback, less space is available. With this vehicle, you’ll get 109 cubic feet of passenger volume and only 75.6 cubic feet of maximum cargo volume.

Most dimensions in the interior come very close except for the rear shoulder room. The Honda possesses 61.9 inches while the Subaru gives you 57.4 inches.

Amenities make a difference when it comes to both cars. Many items in the Honda come standard while the Subaru only offers comparable ones that are available in some trims. For instance, heated front seats appear in the Pilot and can be selected for the Outback. Same situation with the power moonroof and hand-free tailgate, too.

Honda tops Subaru features. You’ll sit in a 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat and customizable temperatures with the tri-zone climate control system. The Subaru includes a 6-way manually adjustable driver’s seat and optional dual-zone climate control.

Honda Passport vs Subaru Outback: Safety

Honda Passport vs Subaru Outback: Performance

With the Honda Passport, you only need one engine to give you all the power. The 3.5L V6 engine produces 280 horsepower. The Subaru has two engines: the 2.5L SUBARU BOXER® 4-cylinder is comparable with 282 horsepower; and the available 2.4L turbocharged 4-cylinder produces 260 horsepower.

Depending on your preferences, the Passport can traverse any type of roads with either front-wheel drive (FWD) or the optional all-wheel drive (AWD). While the Outback provides their signature Symmetrical AWD, that’s it. You’re not given a choice.

If you’re planning to buy a trailer or attach one to your SUV, you’ll want to know which car provides what level of towing capacity. With the Honda, you’ll have a maximum of 5,000 pounds. The Subaru limits you to a 3,500-pound towing capacity.

Which Direction Will You Go? Honda Passport vs Subaru Outback