| Model Year | 2009 | 2023 | |
| Model | Honda Pilot | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,774 mm | 3,025 mm | -1 mm |
| Length | 4,849 mm | 5,050 mm | -1 mm |
| Width | 1,994 mm | 2,004 mm | -1 mm |
| Height | 1,803 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,959 kg | 1,971 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 79 L | 68 L | 11 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,562 mm | 1,570 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,488 mm | 1,504 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 1,029 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,580 mm | 1,572 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,445 mm | 1,501 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 991 mm | -13 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 970 mm | 988 mm | -18 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,496 mm | 1,387 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,229 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 815 mm | 818 mm | -3 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,845 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,883 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 510 L | 515 L | -5 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,351 L | 1,356 L | 0 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,464 L | 2,486 L | 0 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Ford Explorer.