Pilot vs. Enclave/Acadia - Honda Pilot

jscampbe · 02-08-2008, 08:01 PM

I have been looking at these and they seem to be quite nice. I am thinking I am going to have to wait to make a real decision until the '09 specs arefinal, but anyone have any thoughts? I like the added 1000lbs towing capacity and the fact that it is rated for better milage.

Looks like the General made a decent SUV for once.

current 2003 EX-L

jay · 02-08-2008, 08:13 PM

If you find any posts by Don Willems, take them with a grain of salt. He spammed the site with Acadia posts.

Personally, I think the Acadia looks better hooked to a tow truck than previous GM offerings.

rlapid · 02-08-2008, 08:16 PM

although i've never driven one, i like the acadia. its bigger than the current pilot, has more features, and styling is great. best of all, the interior doesn't look cheap, a gripe i've always had with domestics. GM really stepped up their game, and we'll have to see how honda responds when the production 2009 model Pilot is released.

sski · 02-08-2008, 11:58 PM

I agree GM looks good on paper. Unfortunately they need to demonstrate that 5 years down the road the vehicles will hold their value and not suffered any major repairs.

jdeanski · 02-09-2008, 12:20 AM

I've really got to "ditto" the remarks of rlapid and jscampbe the Arcadia is a top notch vehicle. I have driven the Saturn version....very nice. GM has always offered a better package of features than Honda. I think Honda has felt the pressure and will be offering a "touring" accessory package. The biggest error Honda made is in the styling...................The Arcadia wins that one hands down!!!

netman88 · 02-09-2008, 12:36 AM

I've seem a lot of Acadia on the road in the SJ area in CA.

Not sure how reliable or how good this vehicle is on the road.

Well, this Honda Pilot seems to be pretty safe.

06 Rollover

Maybe Honda will come with a better product for the 2009 model Pilot.

02-08-2008, 08:01 PM	#1 (permalink)
jscampbe Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada Posts: 27 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Pilot vs. Enclave/Acadia I have been looking at these and they seem to be quite nice. I am thinking I am going to have to wait to make a real decision until the '09 specs arefinal, but anyone have any thoughts? I like the added 1000lbs towing capacity and the fact that it is rated for better milage. Looks like the General made a decent SUV for once. current 2003 EX-L

02-08-2008, 08:13 PM	#2 (permalink)
jay Super Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Manassas, VA Posts: 11,116 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	If you find any posts by Don Willems, take them with a grain of salt. He spammed the site with Acadia posts. Personally, I think the Acadia looks better hooked to a tow truck than previous GM offerings. __________________ 2011 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited "When you get to the fork in the road, take it." --Yogi Berra

02-08-2008, 08:16 PM	#3 (permalink)
rlapid Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: West Sacramento, California Posts: 847 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	although i've never driven one, i like the acadia. its bigger than the current pilot, has more features, and styling is great. best of all, the interior doesn't look cheap, a gripe i've always had with domestics. GM really stepped up their game, and we'll have to see how honda responds when the production 2009 model Pilot is released. __________________ 2006 Pilot EX-LN 4WD \| Taffeta White \| "Amelia" OEM accessories: chrome side steps, crossbars, cargo tray, cargo cover, wheel locks, rear splash guards, door edge guards, full-size spare Aftermarket accessories: Yakima Big Powderhound, LED license plate and door bulbs, Infinity 6012i speakers, 4300k HID, 35% tint, Nokya yellow fogs + yellow Lamin-X

02-09-2008, 12:20 AM	#5 (permalink)
jdeanski Drill Here, Drill Now Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: North Florida Posts: 1,839 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I've really got to "ditto" the remarks of rlapid and jscampbe the Arcadia is a top notch vehicle. I have driven the Saturn version....very nice. GM has always offered a better package of features than Honda. I think Honda has felt the pressure and will be offering a "touring" accessory package. The biggest error Honda made is in the styling...................The Arcadia wins that one hands down!!! __________________ 2004 Starlight Silver, OEM Self installed accessories: Rear Splash Guards, Running Boards, Trailer Hitch with Wiring Harness, Auto Dim Mirror, Cargo Tray, Chrome Exhaust Tips. Non OEM self installed: PIAA Extreme White Headlight Bulbs, USA Spec 6 Disc OEM type Changer, Polk db 65 speakers in front and rear doors, K&N Filter, Hardwired Valentine V1, Redline Water Wetter, Weathertech License Plate Frame, In Channel Weatherflectors, Audiovox Express, Catch-All Premium Mats, Michelin Cross Terrain's, Real Rosewood Dash Kit from Sherwood, Fullsize Spare, Bosch Micro Edge Excel Wiper Blades, T-Rex Billet Grill, Mobil 1 0w20 Oil, TYC clear taillights, garmin nuvi 660 1984 Jeep CJ7 2004 Pontiac Vibe

02-09-2008, 12:36 AM	#6 (permalink)
netman88 Super Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Fremont, CA Posts: 438 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I've seem a lot of Acadia on the road in the SJ area in CA. Not sure how reliable or how good this vehicle is on the road. Well, this Honda Pilot seems to be pretty safe. 06 Rollover Maybe Honda will come with a better product for the 2009 model Pilot. __________________ 2006 Honda Pilot LX 4WD Amazon Green (roof rack/x-bars, day/night mirror, tinted windows, viper 330V alarm).

02-08-2008, 11:58 PM	#4 (permalink)
sski Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Barrie, Ontario Posts: 258 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I agree GM looks good on paper. Unfortunately they need to demonstrate that 5 years down the road the vehicles will hold their value and not suffered any major repairs.

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