Honda Pilot (2015) vs. Subaru Forester (2018) Specs

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2015 Honda Pilot and 2018 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year	2015	2018
Model	Honda Pilot	Subaru Forester
Engine	3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 253 lb-ft@4800	turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000
Transmission	5-speed automatic	8-speed shiftable CVT
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	109.2 in	103.9 in	5.3 in
Length	191.4 in	180.9 in	10.5 in
Width	78.5 in	70.7 in	7.8 in
Height	71.0 in	66.4 in	4.6 in
Curb Weight	4497 lb.	3653 lb.	844 lb.
Fuel Capacity	21.0 gal.	15.9 gal.	5.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.0 in	41.4 in	-1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	61.5 in	57.0 in	4.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1	58.6 in	53.9 in	4.7 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	43.0 in	-1.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.8 in	39.8 in	0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	62.2 in	56.5 in	5.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2	56.9 in	53.0 in	3.9 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.5 in	38.0 in	0.5 in
Headroom, Row 3	38.2 in	0.0 in	38.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	58.9 in	0.0 in	58.9 in
Hip Room, Row 3	48.4 in	0.0 in	48.4 in
Legroom, Row 3	32.1 in	0.0 in	32.1 in
Total Legroom	112 in (over 3 rows)	81 in (over 2 rows)	31 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	18.0 ft³	34.4 ft³	-16.4 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	47.7 ft³	34.4	13.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	87.0 ft³	74.7 ft³	12.3 ft³

2015 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2016	According to their spec sheets, the Ford Explorer and Nissan Pathfinder have more rear legroom than the new Honda Pilot. In practice, though, the Pilot's rear legroom feels at least as generous as theirs--I suspect some creative measuring--and well ahead of what you'll find in a Toyota Highlander. The Pilot's second-row seat isn't as high off the floor as the Ford Explorer's, but is more comfortably positioned than the low benches in the GM crossovers and the Pathfinder. The Elite trim level includes captains chairs, so it can only seat up to seven people. With a second-row split bench, other Pilots can seat eight people. The Pilot's largest seating advantage is its third row. Unlike in most crossovers, the cabin remains broad in the "way back," so there's enough shoulder room for three passengers. The Highlander's third-row bench, though also designed for three passengers, is somewhat narrower and lacking in legroom. Only the GM crossovers roughly match the new Pilot in third-row space as well as passenger capacity. The Pilot's seats are positioned so that the view forward from each is open, further enhancing perceived roominess. see full Honda Pilot review

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2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2017	4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD	- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review

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