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Honda Pilot (2012) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Honda Pilot and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

2012 Honda Pilot and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2012 2012  
Model Honda Pilot Volkswagen Golf / GTI  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 109.2 in 101.5 in 7.7 in
Length 191.4 in 165.4 in 26 in
Width 78.5 in 70.3 in 8.2 in
Height 71.0 in 58.3 in 12.7 in
Curb Weight 4299 lb. 2968 lb. 1331 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.0 gal. 14.5 gal. 6.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 39.3 in 0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 61.5 in 54.7 in 6.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 58.6 in 0.0 in 58.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.4 in 41.2 in 0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.8 in 38.5 in 1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 62.2 in 52.8 in 9.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.9 in 0.0 in 56.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.5 in 35.5 in 3 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) 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 35.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 18.0 ft3 15.0 ft3 3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 47.7 ft3 15.0 32.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 87.0 ft3 46.0 ft3 41 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Honda Pilot

2012 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
 
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