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2008 Honda Pilot and 2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Honda Pilot | Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 w/DoD OHC-4v 244 hp@5750 240 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 101.5 in | 4.8 in |
| Length | 188.0 in | 179.3 in | 8.7 in |
| Width | 77.5 in | 70.1 in | 7.4 in |
| Height | 70.1 in | 59.2 in | 10.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4264 lb. | 3350 lb. | 914 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.4 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 5.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 38.4 in | 3.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.6 in | 54.8 in | 6.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 0.0 in | 57.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.1 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 38.1 in | 2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.4 in | 53.1 in | 8.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.6 in | 0.0 in | 56.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 35.5 in | 1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.6 in | 0.0 in | 38.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 59.7 in | 0.0 in | 59.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.0 in | 0.0 in | 49 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 30.2 in | 0.0 in | 30.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 32.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | -16.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.6 ft3 | 32.8 | 14.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 87.6 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | 20.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Honda Pilot
| 2008 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 FWD |
plenty of room, even in the 3rd row - unlike the highlander 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 |
great for the kids and/or parent to hang out together with easy access to compartments and storage 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 |
| 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 |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
Pilot had third row seats. The Egde did not not. see full Honda Pilot review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Fits my tall kids; reclines and slides forward or back. see full Honda Pilot review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
very comfortable and lumbar adjustment work see full Honda Pilot review |
| 2008 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 2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI
| 2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot of rear leg rrom when compared to the Mazda3 and A3 which I also looked at. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Good room for a small car. Four adults can ride comfortably. Plenty of cargo room with the rear seats down. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Surprisingly roomy for this size of car. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Surprisingly roomy for this size of car. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
They are supportive with good leg support. The seat side bolsters hold driver in place. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Front seats are extremely supportive and even heated with the Interlagos cloth option see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Quite possibly the most comfortable front seats I have ever sat in. It is as if they were pulled straight from an Audi and placed in the GTI. An added bonus is the heated cloth, which is unusual because usually you need to option cold leather for heat. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of shoulder/elbow/head room. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Adequate for 2 adults to sit comfortably. High roof, adequate legroom. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of space, good lumbar support, nice side bolstering. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It works fine for me, but if you have adults that use the rear seat often they may find it a little uncomfortable for long trips. The legroom is decent, but the seats are a bit hard and not all that ergonomic. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review |
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