Model Year | 2016 | 2014 | |
Model | Honda Pilot | Volkswagen Jetta | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 280 hp@6000 262 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5300 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,819 mm | 2,652 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,940 mm | 4,628 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,996 mm | 1,778 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,773 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,839 kg | 1,432 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 74 L | 55 L | 19 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 970 mm | -969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,575 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,501 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,021 mm | 942 mm | -941 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,575 mm | 1,361 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,455 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 975 mm | 968 mm | 7 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 988 mm | 0 mm | 988 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,463 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,133 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 810 mm | 0 mm | 810 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,824 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,014 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 467 L | 439 L | 28 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,325 L | 15.5 | -14.5 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,376 L | 15.5 | -13.5 L |
2016 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Honda Pilot.
2014 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | The Jetta is a little longer than the ILX (182 vs. 179 inches), and all of the additional inches appear to have gone into the rear seat. While the average adult will barely fit into the back seat of the Acura (those over 5-9 will be on close terms with the headliner), the Jetta has significantly more rear headroom and more rear legroom than the average midsize sedan, much less the average compact. If you like a roomy rear seat, you'll love the Jetta. Room is one thing, comfort another. The rear seat feels overly hard, and neither the cushion nor the backrest was set at a comfortable angle for me. Clearly some German engineer found these angles optimal, though. So maybe it's just me. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta.