Whether you're taking the kids to soccer practice or you're taking a bunch of items with you at one time, no two SUVs are better suited for these tasks and more than the Nissan Pathfinder and Honda Pilot. Though either vehicle would be a great choice, which one would be better for you?
At Watermark Nissan of Marion, we aim to answer this question for the communities of Marion, Herrin, and Carbondale, IL.
Nissan Pathfinder vs Honda Pilot: Performance
This is one area where the Pathfinder and the Pilot are similar in many ways. Both offer V6 engines that are paired with 9-speed automatic transmissions and fuel-saving technology. However, the Nissan offers a bit more horsepower (284) in its engine than the Honda (280).
Both vehicles also offer different drive modes, but you can get much more out of the Nissan in this respect. Not only does it feature a Drive and Terrain mode, but it also has Mud/Rut, Sand, Snow, Tow, Sport, and Eco Modes. The Honda only has Snow, Sand, and Mud Modes.
Nissan vs Honda: Interior Dimensions
When you're driving around town or taking a long road trip, you want the satisfaction of knowing your vehicle can provide you with enough space to stretch your arms and legs. The Nissan and the Honda were carefully crafted to do just this.The front row of the Nissan gets 42.3 inches of headroom and 44.3 inches of legroom. The Honda, by comparison, only gets 39.5 inches of front headroom and 40.9 inches of front legroom, meaning that you're more restricted with the Honda.
Pathfinder vs Pilot: Safety
One of the many things Nissan and Honda vehicles are renowned for is how safe they are, and the Pathfinder and Pilot are no different. Each vehicle offers advanced airbag systems, Electronic Brake force Distribution, Blind Spot Warning with Rear Cross Traffic Alert, and much more.
Even though those features, as well as many others that are standard in both SUVs, would be more than enough to keep you safe, the Nissan goes the extra mile with the available Intelligent Driver Alertness feature. The system can sense when you're feeling tired by monitoring your steering and will suggest you take a break from driving.
Another available feature the Nissan has is Traffic Sign Recognition, which can display road signs on your dashboard that you may not be able to see while driving, so you can stay up to date on what's in front of you and upcoming.
And while we're on the subject of seeing things while driving, you'll love the available Intelligent Around View® Monitor. This will give you a 360-degree view of your vehicle at all times. For those who opt for the Honda Pilot, you won't find any similar available features like the ones in the Nissan.
Nissan Pathfinder vs Honda Pilot: Winner
Based on better performance specs, front head and legroom, as well as available safety features, Watermark Nissan of Marion believes that drivers in Marion, Herrin, and Carbondale, IL, will gravitate toward the Nissan Pathfinder much more than the Honda Pilot.
The best way to experience the Pathfinder for the first time is to contact our dealership and set up a test drive. So, what are you waiting for? Get started today!
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