Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | |
Model | Honda Pilot | Acura MDX | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 253 lb-ft@4800 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6000 275 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.2 in | 108.3 in | 0.9 in |
Length | 190.9 in | 190.7 in | 0.2 in |
Width | 78.5 in | 78.5 in | 0 in |
Height | 71.0 in | 68.2 in | 2.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4506 lb. | 4539 lb. | -33 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal. | 21.0 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.2 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.5 in | 61.6 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.6 in | 59.0 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.2 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.6 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 62.2 in | 61.5 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 59.1 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.7 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.2 in | 35.7 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 58.9 in | 57.1 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.4 in | 42.0 in | 6.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.1 in | 29.1 in | 3 in |
Total Legroom | 112 in (over 3 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.0 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.7 ft3 | 42.9 ft3 | 4.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 87.0 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | 3.5 ft3 |
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 |
2008 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Vehicle is wide, and it feels very room from boht the drivers' and passengers' sides. see full Acura MDX review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It was the most comfortable of the vehicles we tested, including the Volvo XC90, Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited, and Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring. Soft leather, supportive seats. see full Acura MDX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The 3rd row seat can eaily seat 2 adults or even 3 kids see full Acura MDX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very comfortable for long trips of 500 or more miles see full Acura MDX review |
2008 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Claustrophic, unusable 3rd row, with immovable knee-wall see full Acura MDX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Not enough thigh support. see full Acura MDX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Leg room in far back seat to little. see full Acura MDX review |