Pilot EX 3.5L vs Ford Explorer 2018 3.5L V6 XLT (AWD) Comparison

Car Information

Gasoline

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Honda

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212.5

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355

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5089x1994x1801

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8.7

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3.5

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9.0

Engine / Motor

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3471cc

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173

Dimensions

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7 Seater

1534

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18 英寸

5089

5.006

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2292

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1.765

2890

2.866

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Fuel Economy

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8.9

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Comfort

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Interior

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Safety

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Infotainment

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9

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Transmission

10

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Automatic

Automatic

Chassis & Steering

Front Drive

All Wheel Drive

Wheels/brakes

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255/60 R18

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255/60 R18

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Key Spec

3.5 L - 3.5 L

3.0 L - 3.5 L

253 BHP - 285

290 BHP - 400 BHP

Automatic

10 Speed Automatic & 10 Speed Selectshift Automatic & Automatic & CVT

Gasoline & Petrol

Gasoline & Petrol

TBD

TBD

7 Seater - 8

7 - 7

Exterior

كهربائي

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Engine

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3.5

3.5 L

Gasoline

Petrol

Naturally Aspirated

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3.5L V6 Quad Cam

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4

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11.5:1

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DUAL VTC+Quad Cam

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285

290 BHP

212.5

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6100

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355

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5000

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VCM 可变气缸管理

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高压直喷

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Technologies

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Comparison of configuration highlights

  • Pilot EX 3.5L

    • Audio Controls on Steering Wheel
    • Electronic Engine Immobilizer
    • Electric Locks
    • Seats - Comfort
    • Parking sensor rear
    • Parking sensor front
    • Anti-Theft Alarm System
    • Lane Following Assist
    • Driving Recorder
    • Advanced Air Bags System (AABS)
    • Security System
    • Pedestrian airbag
    • First Aid Kit
    • Collision Detection
    • Blind Spot Warning
    • ABS
    • EBD/CBC
    • EBA/BA
    • Traction Control System (TCS / ASR, etc.)
    • Vehicle Stability System (ESP/DSC, etc.)
    • Active Safety Warning System
    • Passive Pedestrian Protection
    • Child Seat Interface (ISOFIX)
    • Child Lock
    • Speed Alert
    • Lane Departure Warning
    • Lane Keeping Assist
    • Seat belt reminder
  • Ford Explorer 2018 3.5L V6 XLT (AWD)

    • Audio Controls on Steering Wheel
    • Rear Defogger
    • Keyless Entry
    • Steering Adjustment
    • Anti-Theft Alarm System
    • Number of Airbags
    • Rollover stability control
    • Door Mirrors with Side Turn Signal
    • Parking Sensors - Front and Rear
    • ABS
    • Traction Control System (TCS / ASR, etc.)
    • Vehicle Stability System (ESP/DSC, etc.)
    • Child Seat Interface (ISOFIX)

Review Comparison

Positive

  • Spacious and comfortable interior
  • Strong performance and acceptable fuel economy
  • Advanced and reliable security features

Negative

  • The price is higher than some competitors
  • The infotainment system may be complicated
  • Limited engine options

Positive

  • No data found

Negative

  • No data found

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Editor's PickFord Explorer 2018 3.5L V6 XLT (AWD)

Expert / Editor Recommendation

Choose Pilot EX 3.5L if you care more about fuel economy; choose Ford Explorer 2018 3.5L V6 XLT (AWD) if you care more about price.

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Q&A

  • According to fuel consumption data, Pilot EX 3.5L has a fuel consumption of 8.7, while Ford Explorer 2018 3.5L V6 XLT (AWD) has a fuel consumption of 11.24. Therefore, Pilot EX 3.5L is more fuel-efficient.
  • In terms of interior space, Pilot EX 3.5L has a wheelbase of 2890, while Ford Explorer 2018 3.5L V6 XLT (AWD) has a wheelbase of 2.866. Generally, the model with the longer wheelbase, Pilot EX 3.5L, offers more room.
  • Check drive type, ground clearance and torque together. Pilot EX 3.5L uses Front Drive, while Ford Explorer 2018 3.5L V6 XLT (AWD) uses All Wheel Drive.