Model Year | 2015 | 2012 | |
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@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,774 mm | 2,751 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,862 mm | 4,867 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,994 mm | 1,994 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,803 mm | 1,732 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,040 kg | 2,064 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 79 L | 79 L | 0 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,562 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,488 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 980 mm | -979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,580 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,445 mm | 1,501 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 983 mm | -5 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 970 mm | 953 mm | 17 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,496 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,229 mm | 1,067 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 815 mm | 739 mm | 76 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,845 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,769 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 510 L | 425 L | 85 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,351 L | 1,215 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,464 L | 2,364 L | 0 L |
2015 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Honda Pilot.
2012 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The interior prioritizes appearance over actual utility; it's surprisingly cramped for such a large vehicle. For example, my Highlander is roughly the same size externally but seems downright cavernous on the inside in comparison. A rear passenger can fully stretch out in the Toyota. Not so in the Acura. see full Acura MDX review |