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2020 Pilot Vs. 2020 Explorer Comparison in Omaha, NE

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Comparing the 2020 Honda Pilot and 2020 Ford Explorer

Three-row crossovers are extremely popular in the American market right now, so you have a lot of choices when you’re shopping for one, including the Honda Pilot and Ford Explorer. Both sell scores of models each year and have legions of devoted fans, but which is truly the better SUV? We’ll compare them side-by-side to find out.

Interior and Value Comparison

Looking at the interior of these two SUVs, you’ll notice immediately. As a starting point, the Explorer is far more expensive than the Pilot without offering any significant advantages in luxury, features, or amenities. Further, Honda is known for taking care to craft exceptionally high-quality vehicles, and that’s no exception for the Pilot, whose materials are of better quality than the Explorer’s. The Pilot also offers more thoughtful storage spaces, a quick and responsive infotainment screen, and a quieter cabin while driving. In comparison with the Pilot, the Explorer feels chintzy and uncomfortable, and the lackluster quality of materials is evident. The Honda Pilot is a much better value, and it’s known to hold its resale value extremely well, too.

Performance

The performance of these two SUVs is a good reminder that the numbers on the page don’t always tell the full story. The Explorer is powered by a turbocharged I-4 engine that offers 300 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque, while the Pilot runs on a V6 with 280 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. While these numbers seem startlingly different, the advantage comes on the road when the Pilot accelerates quicker and smoother than the Explorer. Both SUVs have nearly identical fuel efficiency ratings.

Safety Features

Over the last few years, Honda has distinguished themselves as a leader in driver assistance features, and offers the Honda Sensing® suite on the 2020 Pilot, which includes:

  • Collision Mitigation Braking System
  • Automatic Emergency Braking
  • Road Departure Mitigation with Steering Assistance
  • Adaptive Cruise Control
  • Lane-Keeping Assist
  • Rearview Camera
  • Automatic Headlamps

In comparison, Ford has lagged behind the times with driver assistance features, and only offers a few for the 2020 Explorer:

  • Automatic Headlamps
  • Rearview Camera
  • Blind Spot Monitoring with Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Lane-Keeping Assist
  • Pre-Collision System

The additional driver assistance features offered in the 2020 Honda Pilot will help keep you safe on the road no matter the conditions.

Find the Pilot at O’Daniel Honda

Honda’s vehicles are durable, value-packed, and reliable for the long-haul - especially the 2020 Honda Pilot. We encourage you to check out this incredible three-row SUV in our inventory at O’Daniel Honda today. When you’ve found the Pilot model that’s right for you, let us know, and we’ll help you make it your own.