| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
| Model | Honda Pilot | Ford Taurus X | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 253 lb-ft@4800 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.2 in | 112.9 in | -3.7 in |
| Length | 190.9 in | 200.3 in | -9.4 in |
| Width | 78.5 in | 74.9 in | 3.6 in |
| Height | 71.0 in | 67.4 in | 3.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4506 lb. | 4204 lb. | 302 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.4 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.5 in | 58.5 in | 3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.6 in | 55.2 in | 3.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 40.8 in | 0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.4 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 62.2 in | 57.9 in | 4.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 56.4 in | 0.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 39.8 in | -1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.2 in | 38.5 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 58.9 in | 50.6 in | 8.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.4 in | 46.0 in | 2.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 32.1 in | 33.6 in | -1.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 112 in (over 3 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -2.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.0 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | 0.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.7 ft3 | 47.4 ft3 | 0.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 87.0 ft3 | 85.2 ft3 | 1.8 ft3 |
| 2011 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
This is a very comfortable vehicle for long road trips. The seats are spacious, supportive, and the driving position is good. see full Honda Pilot review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Very comfortable rear seats and climate controls, even for tall people. see full Honda Pilot review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Roomy and very adjustable. see full Honda Pilot review |
| 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 |
| 2011 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
The front seat did not go back far enough for a very tall person, headroom was good, head rest pushes your head forward which is horrible. Passenger seat has a glove box near ankles which hits your shins. I guess they used midgets to design the car. see full Honda Pilot review |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
I actually thought the limited edition of the pilot had a nice leather seats and I liked the position of the video screen. The only part that bothered me was access to the third row was circus like. see full Honda Pilot review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
This seat was not made for long distance driving. The armrest on the door feels cushy, but after a couple of hours your elbow is pretty much on hard plastic. see full Honda Pilot review |
| 2009 Ford Taurus X Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The second row seat was mounted comfortably high off the floor. see full Ford Taurus X review |