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2009 Honda Pilot and 2007 Ford Explorer Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
| Model | Honda Pilot | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 253 lb-ft@4800 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.2 in | 113.7 in | -4.5 in |
| Length | 190.9 in | 193.4 in | -2.5 in |
| Width | 78.5 in | 73.7 in | 4.8 in |
| Height | 71.0 in | 72.8 in | -1.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4506 lb. | 4706 lb. | -200 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -1.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.8 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.5 in | 59.0 in | 2.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.6 in | 55.4 in | 3.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.4 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.7 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 62.2 in | 58.9 in | 3.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 55.5 in | 1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 36.9 in | 1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.2 in | 37.4 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 58.9 in | 53.1 in | 5.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.4 in | 45.3 in | 3.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 32.1 in | 34.9 in | -2.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 112 in (over 3 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -2.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.0 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 4.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.7 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 | 3.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 87.0 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | 3.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Honda Pilot
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Ford Explorer
| 2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
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