Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Taurus X | Honda Pilot | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 253 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 109.2 in | 3.7 in |
Length | 200.3 in | 190.9 in | 9.4 in |
Width | 74.9 in | 78.5 in | -3.6 in |
Height | 67.4 in | 71.0 in | -3.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4204 lb. | 4506 lb. | -302 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.0 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 61.5 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 58.6 in | -3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 41.4 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.8 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.9 in | 62.2 in | -4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 56.9 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.5 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.5 in | 38.2 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.6 in | 58.9 in | -8.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 46.0 in | 48.4 in | -2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.6 in | 32.1 in | 1.5 in |
Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 112 in (over 3 rows) | 2.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.4 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | -0.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.4 ft3 | 47.7 ft3 | -0.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.2 ft3 | 87.0 ft3 | -1.8 ft3 |
2009 Ford Taurus X Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The second row seat was mounted comfortably high off the floor. see full Ford Taurus X 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 |