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2009 Ford Explorer and 2009 Honda Pilot Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Honda Pilot | |
| Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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 SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 109.2 in | 4.5 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 190.9 in | 2.5 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 78.5 in | -4.8 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 71.0 in | 1.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4706 lb. | 4506 lb. | 200 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 21.0 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.0 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 61.5 in | -2.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 58.6 in | -3.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.4 in | 1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.8 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 62.2 in | -3.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 56.9 in | -1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 38.5 in | -1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 38.2 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 58.9 in | -5.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 48.4 in | -3.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 32.1 in | 2.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 112 in (over 3 rows) | 2.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | -4.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 47.7 ft3 | -3.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 87.0 ft3 | -3.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer
| 2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Honda Pilot
| 2009 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
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 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 FWD |
plenty of room, even in the 3rd row - unlike the highlander see full Honda Pilot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
3rd row passengers had enough room to sit comfortably. see full Honda Pilot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
all 8 are comfortable. see full Honda Pilot review |
| 2009 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
no captains chairs like in Odyssey see full Honda Pilot review |
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