| Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
| Model | Volvo XC70 | Honda Pilot | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 208 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 253 lb-ft@4800 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.8 in | 109.2 in | -0.4 in |
| Length | 186.3 in | 190.9 in | -4.6 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 78.5 in | -5.3 in |
| Height | 61.5 in | 71.0 in | -9.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3699 lb. | 4506 lb. | -807 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 40.0 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 61.5 in | -5.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 58.6 in | -3.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 41.4 in | 1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 39.8 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 62.2 in | -6.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 56.9 in | -2.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.2 in | 38.5 in | -3.3 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 | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 112 in (over 3 rows) | -34.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 37.4 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.4 | 47.7 ft3 | -10.3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.4 ft3 | 87.0 ft3 | -15.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 Volvo XC70.
| 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 |