Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Volvo XC90 | Honda Pilot | |
Engine | 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5850 325 lb-ft@3900 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 244 hp@5600 240 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 106.3 in | 6.3 in |
Length | 188.9 in | 188.0 in | 0.9 in |
Width | 74.7 in | 77.5 in | -2.8 in |
Height | 70.2 in | 70.1 in | 0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4612 lb. | 4453 lb. | 159 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 20.4 gal. | 0.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 41.9 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 61.6 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 57.5 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 41.4 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 40.1 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 61.4 in | -4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 56.6 in | -2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 37.4 in | -2.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.5 in | 38.6 in | -3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 59.7 in | -59.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.0 in | -49 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.1 in | 30.2 in | -0.1 in |
Total Legroom | 105.7 in (over 3 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | -3.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.8 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -7.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.3 ft3 | 47.6 ft3 | -4.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.1 ft3 | 87.6 ft3 | -2.5 ft3 |
2006 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
7 passenger capacity. see full Volvo XC90 review |
2005 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 268hp 2.9L I6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front leather seating is very comfortable. Having the heated front seats in twe winter allows for quick comfort. The multi adjustable seating for both driver and passenger allows for each to set seats to their liking then set in the memory location see full Volvo XC90 review |
2008 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
great for the kids and/or parent to hang out together with easy access to compartments and storage 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 |
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 |
2007 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
Pilot had third row seats. The Egde did not not. see full Honda Pilot review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Fits my tall kids; reclines and slides forward or back. see full Honda Pilot review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
very comfortable and lumbar adjustment work see full Honda Pilot review |
2008 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 |