Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Honda Pilot | Mazda Mazda5 | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.2 in | 108.3 in | 0.9 in |
Length | 191.4 in | 181.5 in | 9.9 in |
Width | 78.5 in | 69.1 in | 9.4 in |
Height | 71.0 in | 64.2 in | 6.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4299 lb. | 3333 lb. | 966 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 5.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.7 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.5 in | 55.5 in | 6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.6 in | 52.9 in | 5.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 40.7 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.4 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 62.2 in | 55.6 in | 6.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 58.3 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 35.2 in | 3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.2 in | 37.1 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 58.9 in | 49.2 in | 9.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.4 in | 40.9 in | 7.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.1 in | 30.7 in | 1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 112 in (over 3 rows) | 106.6 in (over 3 rows) | 5.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.0 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 | 6.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.7 ft3 | 44.4 ft3 | 3.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 87.0 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | 16.1 ft3 |
2012 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 |
2012 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 |
2007 Mazda Mazda5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
One of the smallest vehicles with seating for 6. Going to a full size minivan removes the option for a manual transmission, severely reduces visibility and adds too much weight. SUVs are just way too big see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Space for two kids or adult to sit comfortably - elderly father sits up straight and can access easily with sliding doors. Pop up seats deal with short term travel with friends/teammates. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Ample space for such a small exterior. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
3rd row in a "car" is nice - we always have the occasional 3rd or 4th child and like that they are somewhat temporarily available. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Rear seats fit adults or kids in car seats adequately, especially for an economy car. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tons of rear seat room, and the second row seats can slide back/forth and recline. Third row is reserved for small children, however. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear doors are the sliding type, which is the most practical (and brilliant) type of rear doors for children. I also like the fact that the middle seats recline and slide, they have storage under the cushions, and a third row of usable seating! see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great, height adjustable driver seat, with good lumbar support. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Second row seats have lots of room, can slide fore and aft, and can recline. The passenger seats up in a chair-like posture, with great support for thighs. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Can easily and comfortably seat six (6!) adults in a small package with storage space remaining. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2007 Mazda Mazda5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
With the seat all back, there is not much room for anyone over six feet tall. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tight fit once the front seats are slid back. Third row is useless if the second row is slid back. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |