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Model Year | 2016 | 2012 | |
Model | Honda Pilot | Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 280 hp@6000 262 lb-ft@4700 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6400 260 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 121.2 in | -10.2 in |
Length | 194.5 in | 202.5 in | -8 in |
Width | 78.6 in | 78.7 in | -0.1 in |
Height | 69.8 in | 67.9 in | 1.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4054 lb. | 4510 lb. | -456 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.5 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.8 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 63.7 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 58.4 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.7 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 39.3 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 62.0 in | 64.1 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.3 in | 65.0 in | -7.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 36.5 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.9 in | 37.9 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.6 in | 62.0 in | -4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.6 in | 48.7 in | -4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.9 in | 32.7 in | -0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 111.2 in (over 3 rows) | 109.9 in (over 3 rows) | 1.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.5 ft3 | 33.0 ft3 | -16.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 46.8 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -36.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.9 ft3 | 143.8 ft3 | -59.9 ft3 |
2016 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 2016 Honda Pilot.
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 283-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I dislike the current emphasis on hard seats (and this applies to most other brands as well- Toyotas and Hondas are the worst). Enthusiast magazines can rave all they want about great support, etc, but the softer seats in friend's '92 Caravan are more comfortable than these in my 2013. I have an SXT model, which is sort of mid level in Grand Caravans, and it does have a power seat. However, that is an OPTION, and it should be standard above the SE model. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
2012 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 283-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Nice car, but front seats could be better. Close to a deal breaker. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |