Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | GMC Acadia | Honda Pilot | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 253 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 109.2 in | 9.7 in |
Length | 200.7 in | 190.9 in | 9.8 in |
Width | 78.2 in | 78.5 in | -0.3 in |
Height | 69.9 in | 71.0 in | -1.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4870 lb. | 4506 lb. | 364 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.0 gal. | 21.0 gal. | 1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 40.0 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.9 in | 61.5 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 58.6 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.4 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.8 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.1 in | 62.2 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.9 in | 56.9 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 38.5 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.4 in | 38.2 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.8 in | 58.9 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 48.4 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 32.1 in | 1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 111.4 in (over 3 rows) | 112 in (over 3 rows) | -0.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.1 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | 6.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 68.9 ft3 | 47.7 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 116.9 ft3 | 87.0 ft3 | 29.9 ft3 |
2011 GMC Acadia Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The third room has enough head room to even fit an adult comfortably and is wide enough to accommodate three individuals. It is one of the few SUV's that offer 8 seat capacity and has a larger interior capacity than a Tahoe. see full GMC Acadia review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
we travel with adults not children and find the 2nd row very comfortable. see full GMC Acadia review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Better 2nd & 3rd row comfort than the Honda Minivan (this is to be a daily driver for a family with 4 kids under 10) see full GMC Acadia review |
2010 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Roomy and very adjustable. see full Honda Pilot review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Very comfortable rear seats and climate controls, even for tall people. see full Honda Pilot review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ability to make adjustments to fit all drivers in the family, supportive and comfortable over long drives see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
great for the kids and/or parent to hang out together with easy access to compartments and storage see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
It is absolutely the right size for our needs. see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Large leg room. see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
plenty of room, even in the 3rd row - unlike the highlander see full Honda Pilot review |
2010 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
This seat was not made for long distance driving. The armrest on the door feels cushy, but after a couple of hours your elbow is pretty much on hard plastic. see full Honda Pilot review |