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Honda Accord vs Nissan Altima

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#151 of 299 Re: Nissan Altima (2007-present) vs Honda Accord (08-present) [thenebean] by lilengineerboy

May 30, 2007 (8:19 am)

Replying to: thenebean (May 30, 2007 7:46 am)
well i wasn't driving in the late 80's and early 90's, though i did have an early 90's (1992 to be exact) Nissan Maxima as my first car. LOVED it! i refuse to drive anything other than a stick, and now own an 03 Sentra SE-R spec V that i bought brand new in 2002 (couldnt afford a new maxima right out of college).
 
I think the '89 Maxima (4DSC the called it at the time)was the beginning of a rebirth for Nissan. The SR20 powered Sentra, G20, and NX came out right as Honda killed the CRX and replaced it with the Del Sol (whooooops). There was no Civic SI and Vtec was just getting started and only available on the Integra GS-R/Del Sol. VW had nothing but the 2.0 16v they had been pushing for years. It was a good time to be Nissan. Oh, that and the 90-96 300zx was one of the most beautiful, timeless designs ever.

#152 of 299 2008 Altima/Accord Coupe Comparison by mickylong

Mar 29, 2008 (1:34 pm)

Anyone else trying to make a decision between Accord and Altima coupes having as tough a time as I'm having? I haven't owned or leased either a Honda or Nissan product in the past although I did lease an Acura RSX Type S for a few years. Anyone want to weigh in on what makes one better than the other? Price seems extremely close (looking at V6 w/ nav), I like different styling elements from both, love the Altima's remote key feature. My impressions of ride and handling is that the Honda "felt" larger in size and heavier during the ride. Maybe a little less sporty than the Altima. Altima seemed quieter. Haven't been able to see the nav system yet on the Honda but audio seems comparable between the two. Anything I need to really poke at to expose positives or negatives in this comparison?

#153 of 299 Re: 2008 Altima/Accord Coupe Comparison [mickylong] by elroy5

Mar 29, 2008 (2:52 pm)

Replying to: mickylong (Mar 29, 2008 1:34 pm)
This is a comparison of the Accord and Altima coupes. I think this is on V6 versions, so it may not be exactly what you're looking for.http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Drives/Comparos/articleId=123357

#154 of 299 Re: 2008 Altima/Accord Coupe Comparison [elroy5] by busiris

Mar 29, 2008 (3:01 pm)

Replying to: elroy5 (Mar 29, 2008 2:52 pm)
Also, Consumers Reports did a comparason between the 2 cars this year...see if you can find a back issue in your local library...

#155 of 299 Re: 2008 Altima/Accord Coupe Comparison [busiris] by mickylong

Mar 29, 2008 (6:28 pm)

Replying to: busiris (Mar 29, 2008 3:01 pm)
Thanks. I have an online subscription. I'll check with them as well.

#156 of 299 Altima and Accord are close by motoguy128

Mar 31, 2008 (8:08 am)

I think both cars play to similar desires. A car that is more connected to the road and driver. A little sportier. The Accord however got a little too big in the last redesign IMO and lost some of it's edge. That and Altima had great finaincing deal this month and the interiors are more exciting. With the giant array of buttons with huge writing, the Accord took one step closer from a sporty family sedan to the more mainstream Camry. The Altima is a little tighter in the back seat, but has a larger trunk and gets better mielage with it's 4 cylinder. The Altima rides a little stiffer, but corners just a little better.
 
The decision came down to wheter of not we liked the CVT. We love it! The #1 thing I hated about automatics was how it often hunts for a gear or upshifts while cornering. the CVT also upshifts, but it's ability to quickly transition to a lower gear in normal driving makes it much easier to live with. I think it helps you drive more economical as well. You realize quickly that if you can keep it under 2000RPM you will get the best mileage... so you just hold the throttle at or below 2000RPM until you get to the speed you want.

#157 of 299 Re: Altima and Accord are close [motoguy128] by mickylong

Mar 31, 2008 (12:34 pm)

Replying to: motoguy128 (Mar 31, 2008 8:08 am)
I drove the Altima coupe again this weekend and it does seem to me that these cars are very close in approach and what they offer and are both strong contenders. My impression so far is that the Honda seems a bit bigger/heavier both in room and drive "feel". The Altima drives well but ride seems a little rougher than the Accord. Steering also seemed very light - similar to the electric steer in my Z4. Not sure if that's a good thing. I do like the CVT and have heard Honda's Variable Cylinder Management robs power. Styling (to me) is a toss-up. I prefere the edgier exterior appearance of the Accord but like the interior of the Altima. Love the remote start option on the Altima. It might come down to that level of decision -- which has the best "extras", better audio system and nav system. It does seem like the Accord is fairing better in car rag reviews, however.
 
Oh well, I guess that's part of what makes this fun.

#158 of 299 Re: Altima and Accord are close [mickylong] by karpediem

Apr 01, 2008 (8:33 pm)

Replying to: mickylong (Mar 31, 2008 12:34 pm)
The iKey should put it over the top for you if they are close. So so so so so nice to have....and the push button start is just plain cool.

#159 of 299 Re: Altima and Accord are close [karpediem] by jd10013

Apr 02, 2008 (2:47 pm)

Replying to: karpediem (Apr 01, 2008 8:33 pm)
Your better off with the altima. Honda may have taken a step backwards with this version. I was just looking at some numbers, and the altima is quietly catching up in sales. the march difference was less than 5k, 36k accords and 31k altima's. on top of that, CYTD sales of the accord are down 3.9% while sales of the altima are up 4.6% Quite surprissing considering the accord is new. redesigns usually have a strong first year because of all the people who rush out to get the latest one.
Anyhow, if accord continues it's decline, and the altima continues its rise, in its second year now, we could have a new #2 by december.

#160 of 299 Re: Altima and Accord are close [jd10013] by bvdj84

Apr 03, 2008 (6:47 am)

Replying to: jd10013 (Apr 02, 2008 2:47 pm)
Yes, but there is so much competition, plus that the rates quite high on the Accord.
Camry has even sold more than the Accord. Honda made a wrong decision to make the accord so strictly priced, especially in the day in economy. At this time, they need to do something to get them moving, otherwise they will slow in sales compared to others. I love Honda, I own one, and will be trading for an 08 soon, each month I keep waiting for the lease incentives to change a bit, and they don't. I do not plan to leave honda, but if I was, I am not sure I would move to nissan or any GM product, I am just not sure that have what it takes to make the overall quality of some other makes. Now they are getting much better. I look at the overall value for future, and others simply cannot hold their value as well as Honda. There are many other great cars too though, but I am sticking with my Honda. But, Honda is making me a little frustrated that they can't offer a better incentive on their models. It is getting a little old, loyal customers are leaving Honda, competition is high!
This is all my own opinion, and I love Hondas, so I am biased.
so don't take it personal, its my own take on it.

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