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Ford Explorer (2009) vs. Honda Pilot (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Ford Explorer and 2009 Honda Pilot specs.

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
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 5-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,888 mm 2,774 mm 0 mm
Length 4,912 mm 4,849 mm 0 mm
Width 1,872 mm 1,994 mm 0 mm
Height 1,849 mm 1,803 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,135 kg 2,044 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 85 L 79 L 6 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,011 mm 1,016 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,499 mm 1,562 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,407 mm 1,488 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,077 mm 1,052 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 983 mm 1,011 mm 982 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,496 mm 1,580 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,410 mm 1,445 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 937 mm 978 mm -41 mm
Headroom, Row 3 950 mm 970 mm -20 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,349 mm 1,496 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,151 mm 1,229 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 3 886 mm 815 mm 71 mm
Total Legroom 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) 2,845 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 385 L 510 L -125 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,243 L 1,351 L 0 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,370 L 2,464 L 0 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer

2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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