Model Year | 2020 | 2009 | |
Model | Volkswagen Passat | Honda Pilot | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 174 hp@5200 206 lb-ft@1700 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 253 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 109.2 in | 1.2 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 190.9 in | 2.7 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 78.5 in | -6.3 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 71.0 in | -13 in |
Curb Weight | 3325 lb. | 4319 lb. | -994 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 40.0 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 61.5 in | -4.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 58.6 in | -58.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.4 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.8 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 62.2 in | -5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.9 in | -56.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 38.5 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.2 in | -38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 58.9 in | -58.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.4 in | -48.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.1 in | -32.1 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 112 in (over 3 rows) | -30.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | -2.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.9 | 47.7 ft3 | -31.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 87.0 ft3 | -71.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Volkswagen Passat.
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 |