Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Honda Pilot | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 253 lb-ft@4800 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 350 hp@6800 324 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.2 in | 112.4 in | -3.2 in |
Length | 190.9 in | 187.2 in | 3.7 in |
Width | 78.5 in | 75.9 in | 2.6 in |
Height | 71.0 in | 68.0 in | 3 in |
Curb Weight | 4506 lb. | 5254 lb. | -748 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -5.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.7 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.5 in | 57.7 in | 3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.6 in | 0.0 in | 58.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.3 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.3 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 62.2 in | 57.4 in | 4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 0.0 in | 56.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 35.6 in | 2.9 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) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 35.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.0 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | -13 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.7 ft3 | 31.0 | 16.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 87.0 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | 16 ft3 |
2009 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 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 FWD |
plenty of room, even in the 3rd row - unlike the highlander 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 |
2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
all 8 are comfortable. see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 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 |
2007 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |