Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Honda Pilot | Buick Rendezvous | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 253 lb-ft@4800 |
3.5L V6 OHV-2v 195 hp@5200 215 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.2 in | 112.2 in | -3 in |
Length | 190.9 in | 186.5 in | 4.4 in |
Width | 78.5 in | 73.6 in | 4.9 in |
Height | 71.0 in | 68.9 in | 2.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4319 lb. | 4096 lb. | 223 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.9 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.5 in | 58.7 in | 2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.6 in | 61.1 in | -2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 40.5 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 40.1 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 62.2 in | 58.7 in | 3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 61.1 in | -4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 39.0 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.2 in | 37.5 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 58.9 in | 48.5 in | 10.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.4 in | 48.3 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.1 in | 34.6 in | -2.5 in |
Total Legroom | 112 in (over 3 rows) | 114.1 in (over 3 rows) | -2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.0 ft3 | 18.1 ft3 | -0.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.7 ft3 | 54.5 ft3 | -6.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 87.0 ft3 | 108.9 ft3 | -21.9 ft3 |
2009 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
no captains chairs like in Odyssey see full Honda Pilot review |
2007 Buick Rendezvous Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 195-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
easy to get in and out of! see full Buick Rendezvous review |