Comparative Automotive Research has identified no less than 46 advantages that the Volvo XC60 AWD has over the Honda Pilot 4WD.

Engine

The standard engine in the XC60 AWD 3.0L I6 is more powerful, with more horsepower than the standard engine in the Pilot 4WD 3.5L V6, 300 HP vs. 250 HP.

The XC60 AWD's engines reach maximum power at lower RPM's than the Pilot 4WD's engines, as detailed below by trim and engine:

			RPM's to Peak Torque		RPM's to Peak HP
	XC60 AWD		2100		5600
	Pilot 4WD		4800		5700

With 325 lb-ft of torque, the standard engine in XC60 AWD 3.0L I6 has more low-end power than the standard engine in the Pilot 4WD 3.5L V6, which has 253 lb-ft of torque.

The XC60 AWD, with it's standard engine, has a lower power-to-weight ratio than the Pilot 4WD with it's standard engine, 14.1 to 18.2. Power-to-weight ratio illustrates the relationship between curb weight and horsepower (Curb Weight / Horsepower). As a rule, the lower the ratio, the faster the vehicle.

Transmission

The XC60 AWD has a Standard manually interactive automatic transmission. This type of automatic transmission gives the driver complete gear control, like a manually-shifted transmission, but without the inconvenient clutch. The type of transmission is Not Available in the Pilot 4WD.

Basic Warranty

Volvo's basic warranty provides better coverage than Honda's. It covers everything except items subject to wear and tear (oil filters, wiper blades, etc.).

			Basic Warranty Months		Basic Warranty Miles
	XC60 AWD		48		50000
	Pilot 4WD		36		36000

Corrosion Warranty

Volvo's corrosion warranty provides better protection than Honda's. This warranty protects against rust-through (sheetmetal perforation).

			Corrosion Warranty Months
	XC60 AWD		120
	Pilot 4WD		60

Cost to Own

The base MSRP on the XC60 AWD is less than the base MSRP on the Pilot 4WD as shown in the table below.

			Base Price MSRP
	XC60 AWD T6		39,450
	Pilot 4WD Touring		40,820

Airbags

Both the XC60 AWD and the Pilot 4WD feature Standard driver and passenger air bags.

Restraints

The XC60 AWD features a Optional child safety seat(s) which meet specific federal standards designed to protect a child in the event of an accident. This feature is Not Available in the Pilot 4WD.

General Safety

The XC60 AWD is equipped with Standard AWD.

A Standard locking fuel door/cap on the XC60 AWD is a safety feature that prevents unwanted access to the vehicle's fuel tank. This safety feature is Not Available on the Pilot 4WD.

The XC60 AWD has a Standard rear spoiler, which creates additional downdraft at higher speeds, improving road holding ability. A rear spoiler is Not Available on the Pilot 4WD.

Cornering lights are activated with the vehicle's turn signal and provide additional lighting in the direction the vehicle is turning. These supplemental lights are more more commonly found on the XC60 AWD than the Pilot 4WD, as shown below:

			Cornering Lights
	XC60 AWD T6		Optional
	XC60 AWD T6 Platinum		Optional
	XC60 AWD T6 Premier Plus		Optional
	XC60 AWD T6 R-Design		Standard
	XC60 AWD T6 R-Design Platinum		Standard
	XC60 AWD T6 R-Design Premier Plus		Standard
	Pilot 4WD		Not Available

Fog lights are Standard on the XC60 AWD but they are Optional on the Pilot 4WD LX. Fog lights are very effective at improving visibility in foggy and other difficult driving situations.

The XC60 AWD features Optional headlight washers which keep headlight lenses clean and their output high. Headlight washers are Not Available on the Pilot 4WD.

High intensity discharge (HID) headlights offer several advantages over standard headlights - increased visibility due to significantly brighter light, longer lasting/more durable bulbs and much lower energy use. HID headlights are more common on the XC60 AWD than the Pilot 4WD, as shown below:

			High Intensity Discharge Headlights
	XC60 AWD T6		Optional
	XC60 AWD T6 Platinum		Optional
	XC60 AWD T6 Premier Plus		Optional
	XC60 AWD T6 R-Design		Standard
	XC60 AWD T6 R-Design Platinum		Standard
	XC60 AWD T6 R-Design Premier Plus		Standard
	Pilot 4WD		Not Available

The XC60 AWD has Optional rain-sensing windshield wipers that are activated by rain or moisture on the windshield. This type of wiper is Not Available on the Pilot 4WD.

Cargo Space

The XC60 AWD has 30.8 cu. ft. of cargo volume compared to 18.0 cu. ft. in the Pilot 4WD. The additional cargo space means more room to store and transport packages, luggage, etc.

The XC60 AWD features Standard locking interior storage compartments, useful for carrying important information and/or protecting small valuables stored inside the vehicle. Locking interior storage is Not Available in the Pilot 4WD.

General Suspension

The XC60 AWD (T6, T6 Platinum, T6 Premier Plus) features a Optional adaptive variable suspension that can electronically sense and adapt to changing road surface conditions to provide optimum vehicle handling characteristics. This type of suspension is Not Available in the Pilot 4WD.

Chassis

The XC60 AWD, with its higher minimum ground clearance, 9.1 in. vs. 8.0 in., is more capable than the Pilot 4WD of traversing rough terrain without problems.

The XC60 AWD is shorter than the Pilot 4WD , 182.2 in. vs. 191.4 in., so it will be easier to handle and maneuver.

The XC60 AWD is narrower than the Pilot 4WD, 74.4 in. vs. 78.5 in., so it will be easier to maneuver and park, especially in tight parking spaces.

Wheels and Tires

The lower profile tires (aspect ratio) that come standard on the XC60 AWD may provide better handling capability than those on the Pilot 4WD. Details below:

			Tire Aspect Ratio
	XC60 AWD T6		60
	XC60 AWD T6 Platinum		60
	XC60 AWD T6 Premier Plus		60
	XC60 AWD T6 R-Design		45
	XC60 AWD T6 R-Design Platinum		45
	XC60 AWD T6 R-Design Premier Plus		45
	Pilot 4WD EX		60
	Pilot 4WD EX-L		60
	Pilot 4WD EX-L w/Nav		60
	Pilot 4WD EX-L w/RES		60
	Pilot 4WD LX		65
	Pilot 4WD Touring		60

In addition to the obvious cosmetic benefit of alloy wheels, they are lighter than traditional steel wheels, providing better performance. Alloy wheels are Optional on the Pilot 4WD LX but are offered as a Standard feature on the XC60 AWD.

Additional Features

With a Standard multi-adjustable power driver seat, the XC60 AWD lets drivers customize their seating position for maximum comfort and performance. This type of seat is Not Available in the Pilot 4WD LX.

The Standard multi-adjustable power passenger seat in the XC60 AWD allows the front seat passenger to customize their seating position for maximum comfort. Multi-adjustable power passenger seats are Not Available in the Pilot 4WD (EX, LX).

The XC60 AWD has a Standard front power memory seat. This feature allows the driver to store their customized seating position then conveniently activate it when they get into the vehicle. A front power memory seat is Not Available in the Pilot 4WD (EX, EX-L, EX-L w/Nav, EX-L w/RES, LX).

A heated front seat is Optional in the XC60 AWD, providing additional comfort in very cold weather. This feature is Not Available in the Pilot 4WD (EX, LX).

Leather seating is a much sought after feature for new car buyers, offering exceptional luxury and style, superior comfort, ease of maintenance and improved resale value. Leather seating is Standard in the XC60 AWD but is Not Available in the Pilot 4WD (EX, LX).

The XC60 AWD (T6 Platinum, T6 Premier Plus, T6 R-Design Platinum, T6 R-Design Premier Plus) features a Standard built-in universal remote control system that is able to learn the codes for other remote controlled devices such as garage door openers, gate openers, etc., then allow you to control them from your vehicle with the touch of one button. This type of universal control system is Not Available in the Pilot 4WD LX.

The XC60 AWD (T6 Platinum, T6 R-Design Platinum) features a Standard navigational aid system, providing maps, driving directions and location assistance. A navigation system is Not Available in the Pilot 4WD (EX, EX-L, EX-L w/RES, LX).

The XC60 AWD has a Standard automatic climate control system. The system controls the temperature, fan speed, and vents to maintain a consistent environment within the passenger compartment. Automatic climate control is Not Available in the Pilot 4WD LX.

The XC60 AWD features Standard dual-zone climate controls, allowing the driver and front passenger to control their own climate conditions. Dual-zone climate controls are Not Available in the Pilot 4WD LX.

The XC60 AWD (T6 Platinum, T6 Premier Plus, T6 R-Design Platinum, T6 R-Design Premier Plus) has a Standard compass that helps drivers determine their geographic direction. A compass is Not Available in the Pilot 4WD (EX, EX-L, EX-L w/RES, LX).

The Optional intelligent cruise control system in the XC60 AWD allows it to keep moving at a set speed, without using the gas pedal, while automatically maintaining a set interval from the vehicle traveling in front. Intelligent cruise control is Not Available in the Pilot 4WD.

The XC60 AWD (T6, T6 Platinum, T6 Premier Plus) features Optional genuine wood interior trim, made from real wood veneers. Real wood interior trim is Not Available in the Pilot 4WD.

With a Standard power sunroof, a touch of a button is all XC60 AWD owners need to let the sun or the stars shine in. In contrast, bringing in the great outdoors will be more difficult in the Pilot 4WD (EX, LX) as a power sunroof is Not Available.

The XC60 AWD (T6 Platinum, T6 Premier Plus, T6 R-Design Platinum, T6 R-Design Premier Plus) offers a Standard power trunk lid as a convenience. A power trunk lid is Not Available on the Pilot 4WD (EX, LX).

The XC60 AWD features Standard automatic headlights that control their on/off capability. Automatic headlights are Not Available on the Pilot 4WD LX.

Heated exterior mirrors are Standard on the XC60 AWD, keeping them clear and giving the driver improved visibility. That feature is Not Available on the Pilot 4WD LX.