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Ford Explorer (2009) vs. Honda Pilot (2013) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Ford Explorer and 2013 Honda Pilot specs.

2009 Ford Explorer and 2013 Honda Pilot Specifications

Model Year 2009 2013  
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 113.7 in 109.2 in 4.5 in
Length 193.4 in 191.4 in 2 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. 4497 lb. 209 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

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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 2013 Honda Pilot

2013 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
This is a very comfortable vehicle for long road trips. The seats are spacious, supportive, and the driving position is good. see full Honda Pilot review
2013 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
The front seat did not go back far enough for a very tall person, headroom was good, head rest pushes your head forward which is horrible. Passenger seat has a glove box near ankles which hits your shins. I guess they used midgets to design the car. see full Honda Pilot review
2012 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
I actually thought the limited edition of the pilot had a nice leather seats and I liked the position of the video screen. The only part that bothered me was access to the third row was circus like. see full Honda Pilot review
 
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