Acura MDX - better than before - Honda Pilot

mrvincent · 01-21-2003, 11:48 AM

Article about Acura MDX on cnnfn website. No mention of Pilot, but I think some of the nice things said about MDX are the same in Pilot?

http://money.cnn.com/2003/01/17/pf/a....krt/index.htm

Scoobs · 01-21-2003, 12:19 PM

I'd be interested in knowing how much difference the extra 20 hp makes in the real world.

RipRocK · 01-21-2003, 03:19 PM

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Originally posted by Scoobs
I'd be interested in knowing how much difference the extra 20 hp makes in the real world.

Well, that was one of the bigger factors attributable for having chosen the Pilot over the Highlander for me

havasu · 01-21-2003, 09:22 PM

Article reminds me that the PILOT got some things before its big brother (MDX): Backup sensor/camera, and DVD (RES).

Looks like the MDX gets the voice-activated NAV like the '03 Accord, too. Utilizes IBM's ViaVoice voice recognition technology.
OK, so maybe my next car won't be an Accord.
Can we have an MDX and a PILOT both in the garage? (Just kidding, honey.)

mikmax1 · 01-22-2003, 04:40 PM

UHG....hate to replace all of them$$$$ on an MDX.

How many does Pilot have....just one, I hope?

desipilot · 01-22-2003, 05:25 PM

The reviewer touts the rear view camera as if it's the biggest invention since sliced bread ! Well, it maybe, but Pilot got it before the X !

Rainbowslim · 01-27-2003, 09:05 AM

Has anyone checked out the voice activated Nav on the MDX or Accord to see if it works as well as Honda claims?

GPILOT · 02-07-2003, 01:20 PM

Check out the new issue of Car and Driver. They gave their opinion on what they considered to be the top 5 trucks. # 1 small SUV-CRV, #1 minivan Odyssey and the #1 Large SUV, the Pilot of course(over our fancy cousin the MDX) yea!

**colorider** · 02-07-2003, 02:18 PM

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Originally posted by GPILOT
Check out the new issue of Car and Driver. They gave their opinion on what they considered to be the top 5 trucks. # 1 small SUV-CRV, #1 minivan Odyssey and the #1 Large SUV, the Pilot of course(over our fancy cousin the MDX) yea!

So, they chose the Pilot as the #1 "LARGE" SUV??? Did they have a "mid-size" category?

rod

74PILOTMOM · 02-07-2003, 04:11 PM

I have this issue and here is the quote from C&D:

"Large is a word that covers a lot of territory in C/D's 5 best lexicon, embracing vehicles ranging up to the behemoth category. Applying that word to a mid-size SUV such as the Pilot may thus seem a stretch. do not be deceived. Althought the Pilot lacks the dimensions and towing capacity of some of the big body on frame traditionals, it surrounds remarkable cargo capacity for a vehicle in this class, as well as three-row seating and a rear-seat DVD......."

So we've made it to the "Large" league I guess

They also go on to say:
"The Pilot gives a good account of itself as a daily driver, an assesment that's true of just about every aspect of its persona. With the possible exception of cargo flexibility, it's not brilliant in any one area, but it's good at almost everything- an automotive jack-of-all-trades."

I recommend everyone go buy this issue, the 1st page of the article shows the 'V, Pilot, and an Ody sitting pretty in a field with only 2 other non Hondas. Makes me so proud

**colorider** · 02-07-2003, 04:33 PM

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Originally posted by 74PILOTMOM
I recommend everyone go buy this issue, the 1st page of the article shows the 'V, Pilot, and an Ody sitting pretty in a field with only 2 other non Hondas. Makes me so proud

Neat!!!!! Thanks. Sounds like all they need now is to include the Honda ST1100 in the picture (yes, I AM a bit biased)!!!!

01-21-2003, 11:48 AM	#1 (permalink)
mrvincent Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Posts: 92 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Acura MDX - better than before Article about Acura MDX on cnnfn website. No mention of Pilot, but I think some of the nice things said about MDX are the same in Pilot? http://money.cnn.com/2003/01/17/pf/a....krt/index.htm __________________ 2003 EX Taffeta White

01-21-2003, 12:19 PM	#2 (permalink)
Scoobs Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Clarington, Ontario Posts: 1,207 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I'd be interested in knowing how much difference the extra 20 hp makes in the real world. __________________ 2003 SS EX-L , Towing Package, Crossbars, Chrome Trim, Separation Net ( To keep the real Scoobs in the back ) , Rear Splashguards, Chrome Exhaust Tips, PowerBulbs PowerPlus +50 bulbs (great bulbs) -- Replaced with 2008 RAV4 V6 Sport 2004 Titanium Silver Toyota 4Runner SR5 Sport V8, Philips +30 Premium -- Replaced with 2007 4Runner Limited V8

01-21-2003, 09:22 PM	#4 (permalink)
havasu Super Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 908 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Article reminds me that the PILOT got some things before its big brother (MDX): Backup sensor/camera, and DVD (RES). Looks like the MDX gets the voice-activated NAV like the '03 Accord, too. Utilizes IBM's ViaVoice voice recognition technology. OK, so maybe my next car won't be an Accord. Can we have an MDX and a PILOT both in the garage? (Just kidding, honey.) __________________ '03 Honda Pilot EXL-RES Havasu Blue #20,620 <a href="http://www.honda-pilot.org/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=921">Is your VIN in the table?</a>

01-22-2003, 04:40 PM	#5 (permalink)
mikmax1 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Western Chicago Suburbs Posts: 148 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	3 catalytic converters? UHG....hate to replace all of them$$$$ on an MDX. How many does Pilot have....just one, I hope? __________________ SS EXL-RES, Flaps, Running Boards. And from Tim; Floor mats, Cargo cover, Wheel locks and Key Chain.

01-22-2003, 05:25 PM	#6 (permalink)
desipilot Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Manassas, VA Posts: 138 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	The reviewer touts the rear view camera as if it's the biggest invention since sliced bread ! Well, it maybe, but Pilot got it before the X ! __________________ '03 EX RRP VIN#: 29454 Front Lower Trim, Pro package, Lojack, Garmin SPIII Nav "Red Rocks !" "Pilot Rules !"

01-27-2003, 09:05 AM	#7 (permalink)
Rainbowslim Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Upper Marlboro, MD. Posts: 138 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Has anyone checked out the voice activated Nav on the MDX or Accord to see if it works as well as Honda claims? __________________ '03 Sage Brush EX-L Navi

02-07-2003, 01:20 PM	#8 (permalink)
GPILOT Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Marin County, Cal Posts: 9 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Check out the new issue of Car and Driver. They gave their opinion on what they considered to be the top 5 trucks. # 1 small SUV-CRV, #1 minivan Odyssey and the #1 Large SUV, the Pilot of course(over our fancy cousin the MDX) yea!

02-07-2003, 04:11 PM	#10 (permalink)
74PILOTMOM Super Mom Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Port Orchard, WA Posts: 1,997 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I have this issue and here is the quote from C&D: "Large is a word that covers a lot of territory in C/D's 5 best lexicon, embracing vehicles ranging up to the behemoth category. Applying that word to a mid-size SUV such as the Pilot may thus seem a stretch. do not be deceived. Althought the Pilot lacks the dimensions and towing capacity of some of the big body on frame traditionals, it surrounds remarkable cargo capacity for a vehicle in this class, as well as three-row seating and a rear-seat DVD......." So we've made it to the "Large" league I guess They also go on to say: "The Pilot gives a good account of itself as a daily driver, an assesment that's true of just about every aspect of its persona. With the possible exception of cargo flexibility, it's not brilliant in any one area, but it's good at almost everything- an automotive jack-of-all-trades." I recommend everyone go buy this issue, the 1st page of the article shows the 'V, Pilot, and an Ody sitting pretty in a field with only 2 other non Hondas. Makes me so proud __________________ '03 PILOT Starlight Silver EX-L FormFit Air deflector, Splash Guards, Honda hitch, Honda All Weather Mats, dead pedal cover from wwong, Westin Oval Sidesteps, MICHELIN Cross Terrains ----------------------------------------- '08 RIDGELINE RTL Formal Black hitch only so far... ----------------------------------------- '02 XR50R The cutest honda ever. -----------------------------------------

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