Sounds like the main difference is that you got Dura-Ace, I got Ultegra. Other than that, and the swirlies, most of the componentry, wheels, etc. are the same. I really love the Pilot since the geometry is relaxed. This is the first road bike I've ever had with the sloping, rather than straight, top bar, which is the only way I could ride a frame as "big" as a 47cm. It fits me perfectly and is smooth and lovely to ride. Shifts like a dream. I also got it for a great price since I bought used on ebay, so I couldn't be happier -- well, unless it had slightly lower gearing. The 12-25 in back is the most aggressive gearing I've ever had since I am a hill weenie!