Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | |
Model | Honda Pilot | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 253 lb-ft@4800 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
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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 | 2,690 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,849 mm | 4,524 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,994 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,803 mm | 1,684 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,044 kg | 1,693 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 79 L | 57 L | 22 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,013 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,562 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,488 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 991 mm | -990 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,580 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,445 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 935 mm | 43 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 970 mm | 0 mm | 970 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,496 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,229 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 815 mm | 0 mm | 815 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,845 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 510 L | 971 L | -461 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,351 L | 34.3 | -33.3 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,464 L | 1,920 L | 1 L |
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 |
2013 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats are comfortable AFTER removing headrests and re-installing them backwards. see full Ford Escape review |
2013 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
It's a tad bit tight in the drivers seat. I have to postion the seat just right to avoid hitting my right knee on the center console, and I frequently hit the light switch when getting out. I'm only 5'9", so not that large of a person. see full Ford Escape review |