Model Year | 2008 | 2017 | |
Model | Subaru Outback | Honda Pilot | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 280 hp@6000 262 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 111.0 in | -5.9 in |
Length | 188.7 in | 194.5 in | -5.8 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 78.6 in | -8.9 in |
Height | 63.2 in | 69.8 in | -6.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3605 lb. | 4230 lb. | -625 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 19.5 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 40.1 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 62.0 in | -7.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.0 in | 59.1 in | -8.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 40.9 in | 3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 40.2 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 62.0 in | -8.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 57.3 in | -4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 38.4 in | -4.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.9 in | -38.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.6 in | -57.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.6 in | -44.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.9 in | -31.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 111.2 in (over 3 rows) | -33.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | 17 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 33.5 | 46.8 ft3 | -13.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.2 ft3 | 83.9 ft3 | -17.7 ft3 |
2008 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight in the left portion of the footwell; small dead pedal. see full Subaru Outback review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Footroom too short. see full Subaru Outback review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not long enough for a 6 foot 2 inch frame but I manage see full Subaru Outback review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I was amazed at how small the back seat is in this car. Really no bigger than a compact sedan, eg Civic or Corolla. I can't fit my 3 kids (in car seats) back there, and feel bad when co-workers pile in to go to lunch. Surprisingly small for a vehicle this size, and marketed as a "family car." If you plan to put adults or 3 kids back there regularly, look at the '10 or newer (or at something else -- the rear seat in my co-worker's Accord is far bigger and more comfortable). see full Subaru Outback review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Leg and head room lacking for over 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seat back a bit low for 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review |
2017 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 |
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