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Honda Pilot (2010) vs. Volkswagen Routan (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2010 Honda Pilot and 2009 Volkswagen Routan specs.

2010 Honda Pilot and 2009 Volkswagen Routan Specifications

Model Year 2010 2009  
Model Honda Pilot Volkswagen Routan  
Engine 3.5L V6
OHC-4v
250 hp@5700
253 lb-ft@4800
4.0L V6
OHC-4v
251 hp@6000
259 lb-ft@4200
 
Transmission 5-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Minivan, ext.  
      Difference
Wheelbase 109.2 in 121.2 in -12 in
Length 190.9 in 202.5 in -11.6 in
Width 78.5 in 76.9 in 1.6 in
Height 71.0 in 68.9 in 2.1 in
Curb Weight 4319 lb. 4621 lb. -302 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.0 gal. 20.5 gal. 0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 39.8 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 61.5 in 63.0 in -1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 58.6 in 0.0 in 58.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.4 in 40.6 in 0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.8 in 39.2 in 0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 62.2 in 64.7 in -2.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.9 in 0.0 in 56.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.5 in 36.3 in 2.2 in
Headroom, Row 3 38.2 in 37.9 in 0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 58.9 in 62.0 in -3.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3 48.4 in 0.0 in 48.4 in
Legroom, Row 3 32.1 in 31.8 in 0.3 in
Total Legroom 112 in (over 3 rows) 108.7 in (over 3 rows) 3.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 18.0 ft3 32.3 ft3 -14.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 47.7 ft3 83.0 ft3 -35.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 87.0 ft3 141.0 ft3 -54 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Honda Pilot

2010 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Roomy and very adjustable. 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
2010 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Ability to make adjustments to fit all drivers in the family, supportive and comfortable over long drives 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
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
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
2010 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 2009 Volkswagen Routan

2009 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review
 
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