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Honda Pilot (2009) vs. Chevrolet Avalanche (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Honda Pilot and 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche specs.

2009 Honda Pilot and 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Specifications

Model Year 2009 2008  
Model Honda Pilot Chevrolet Avalanche  
Engine 3.5L V6
OHC-4v
250 hp@5700
253 lb-ft@4800
5.3L V8
OHV-2v
320 hp@5300
340 lb-ft@4200
 
Transmission 5-speed automatic 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD 4WD w/low range  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUT  
      Difference
Wheelbase 109.2 in 130.0 in -20.8 in
Length 190.9 in 221.3 in -30.4 in
Width 78.5 in 79.1 in -0.6 in
Height 71.0 in 76.6 in -5.6 in
Curb Weight 4506 lb. 5863 lb. -1357 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.0 gal. 31.0 gal. -10 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 41.1 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 61.5 in 65.3 in -3.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 58.6 in 64.4 in -5.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.4 in 41.3 in 0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.8 in 40.0 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 62.2 in 65.2 in -3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.9 in 62.3 in -5.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.5 in 39.1 in -0.6 in
Headroom, Row 3 38.2 in 0.0 in 38.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 58.9 in 0.0 in 58.9 in
Hip Room, Row 3 48.4 in 0.0 in 48.4 in
Legroom, Row 3 32.1 in 0.0 in 32.1 in
Total Legroom 112 in (over 3 rows) 80.4 in (over 2 rows) 31.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 18.0 ft3 45.5 ft3 -27.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 47.7 ft3 45.5 2.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 87.0 ft3 101.1 ft3 -14.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Honda Pilot

2009 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
no captains chairs like in Odyssey see full Honda Pilot review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche

2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic RWD
The interior is basically a Tahoe and even with 5 people, the truck is comfortable. Rear AC and headphone jacks help too. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review
2007 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
Plenty of room for 3 adults, even with a tall adult in the middle seat. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review
 
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