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Ford Explorer (2009) vs. Honda Pilot (2015) Specs

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2009 Ford Explorer and 2015 Honda Pilot Specifications

Model Year 2009 2015  
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 4,862 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 2,040 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
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Honda Pilot

2015 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2016 According to their spec sheets, the Ford Explorer and Nissan Pathfinder have more rear legroom than the new Honda Pilot. In practice, though, the Pilot's rear legroom feels at least as generous as theirs--I suspect some creative measuring--and well ahead of what you'll find in a Toyota Highlander. The Pilot's second-row seat isn't as high off the floor as the Ford Explorer's, but is more comfortably positioned than the low benches in the GM crossovers and the Pathfinder. The Elite trim level includes captains chairs, so it can only seat up to seven people. With a second-row split bench, other Pilots can seat eight people. The Pilot's largest seating advantage is its third row. Unlike in most crossovers, the cabin remains broad in the "way back," so there's enough shoulder room for three passengers. The Highlander's third-row bench, though also designed for three passengers, is somewhat narrower and lacking in legroom. Only the GM crossovers roughly match the new Pilot in third-row space as well as passenger capacity. The Pilot's seats are positioned so that the view forward from each is open, further enhancing perceived roominess. see full Honda Pilot review
 

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