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Re: Altima Manual Shift Mode - Invaluable [madpistol]
by elroy5
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Jun 15, 2008 (8:02 am)
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Replying to: madpistol (Jun 15, 2008 6:50 am)
Anyone else know what the Accord has over the Altima?
Interior room, especially in the rear headroom area.
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Re: Altima Manual Shift Mode - Invaluable [madpistol]
by thegraduate
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Jun 15, 2008 (8:02 am)
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Replying to: madpistol (Jun 15, 2008 6:50 am)
A larger interior, better fuel economy for the V6, a sweeter sounding 4-cylinder engine, to name things I like about the Accord better than the Altima off the top of my head.
There are things I like about the Altima over the Accord, too, but as a 6'5" college student, good fuel economy and lots of room are very high on my importance list.
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Re: Altima Manual Shift Mode - Invaluable [thegraduate]
by madpistol
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Jun 15, 2008 (8:50 am)
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Replying to: thegraduate (Jun 15, 2008 8:02 am)
I agree that the 4-cyl on the Accord EX sounded "refined" vs. the somewhat "workhorse" sound that the 4-cyl in the Altima makes. This is more than likely due to the increased torque output of the 2.5L engine vs. Honda's 2.4L. If you drive the 4-cyl Accord EX and Altima side by side, the Altima feels a little quicker and more responsive on the throttle. It has also been observed that the Altima is quieter than the Accord  highway speeds, so I think observable sound is somewhat subjective here.
The Accord does have a larger interior. At the same time, the Altima has a larger trunk w/ 60/40 split folding rear seat. You can't fit any passengers in the Accord's back seat with it folded down.
I'm also a College Student, and after much research and painstaking comparisons, I purchased the Altima. You have to give up something no matter which car you choose, so take your pick.
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- #211 of 297
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Re: Altima Manual Shift Mode - Invaluable [madpistol]
by elroy5
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Jun 15, 2008 (9:51 am)
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Replying to: madpistol (Jun 15, 2008 8:50 am)
I think the Accord and Altima appeal more to different age groups. Back when I was in my 20's, I enjoyed manually shifting my muscle car (72 Chevelle). Now, at 45, with the family, I don't get wild hairs up my ### as much. As long as the car goes, when I hit the gas, that's all I want. Now, I'm more concerned about how comfortable everyone is on a long drive, than playing with paddle shifters.
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Re: Altima Manual Shift Mode - Invaluable [elroy5]
by lilengineerboy
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Jun 15, 2008 (12:34 pm)
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Replying to: elroy5 (Jun 15, 2008 9:51 am)
I think the Accord and Altima appeal more to different age groups. Back when I was in my 20's, I enjoyed manually shifting my muscle car (72 Chevelle). Now, at 45, with the family, I don't get wild hairs up my ### as much. As long as the car goes, when I hit the gas, that's all I want. Now, I'm more concerned about how comfortable everyone is on a long drive, than playing with paddle shifters.
That may be true, I am way to young (emotionally, at least) for the old folks home Accord. It was just what was available and a deal when i was shopping, a mistake I won't make again.
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Re: Altima Manual Shift Mode - Invaluable [madpistol]
by thegraduate
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Jun 15, 2008 (3:34 pm)
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Replying to: madpistol (Jun 15, 2008 8:50 am)
I must admit, the Altima would be VERY high on my list if I were shopping for a new car right now. I have a 2006 Accord, and like the size of it, along with the great economy, but the new design (interior, mainly) leaves a lot to be desired as far as I'm concerned.
I was just mentioning the pure advantages the 08 Accord carries over the 08 Altima, to answer a question. I think you make good points all around.
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Re: Altima Manual Shift Mode - Invaluable [lilengineerboy]
by jd10013
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Jun 15, 2008 (5:37 pm)
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Replying to: lilengineerboy (Jun 15, 2008 12:34 pm)
I think you hit the nail on the head. honda knows that the typical accord buyer is getting older, and they keep the car designed to appeal to older and older buyers, same thing toyota does. Thats a lot of the reason I couldn't buy one despite thinking it was a great car. It jut make me feel old getting in it. I still smile every time I blow past a 50 year old guy going 5 mph below the speed limit trying to milk every mpg out of his accord that he can. I spend a lot of time on the road through work, and I swear I pass more accords than any other car.
That being said, can't say I blame Honda one bit. target the demographic with the most money. they have the fit, civic, and CRV for the younger crowd.
and on a separate note, Its always confused me as to why you drive a midsize family sedan grad.  for the same or less money you could be cruising around in a civic Si. 
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Re: Altima Manual Shift Mode - Invaluable [jd10013]
by elroy5
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Jun 15, 2008 (5:45 pm)
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Replying to: jd10013 (Jun 15, 2008 5:37 pm)
Yes, I think the Civic (Si) is targeted more to the 20 something crowd. Of course, there are always exceptions (grad  ).
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Re: Altima Manual Shift Mode - Invaluable [jd10013]
by lilengineerboy
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Jun 15, 2008 (6:01 pm)
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Replying to: jd10013 (Jun 15, 2008 5:37 pm)
and on a separate note, Its always confused me as to why you drive a midsize family sedan grad. for the same or less money you could be cruising around in a civic Si.
It is not the same or less money. My '07 Accord EX was almost 3k less than the CIvic SI sedan w/o nav. And I am pretty sure the Civic SI needs premium. Also, the Civic SI only comes in a beautiful, well spaced, short throw close ratio 6 speed manual through a true not wussy* electronic limited slip differential (similar to the SE-R Vspec).
* Note- traction control is wussy limited slip, the electronically adjustable mechanical limited slip differentials in the WRX STI and EVO are not considered wussy.
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Re: Altima Manual Shift Mode - Invaluable [thegraduate]
by madpistol
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Jun 15, 2008 (6:40 pm)
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Replying to: thegraduate (Jun 15, 2008 3:34 pm)
I love the way the '06-'07 Accords look and drive. The LED tail lamps along with the chrome exhaust are gorgeous. It's a shame they didn't pass these traits along to the new Accord. IMO it would have been a much more desirable car if they had. Unfortunately, it looks bloated and ungainly from the back in its current package. At least they made the ride good... I wish they'd addressed a few other issues though. And if I were in the market for a midsized coupe, the '08 Accord Coupe would have gotten my money.
I didn't even look at the Civic Si because it's just too small for my taste. Yes, I'm a college student and I LOVE to go fast, but I needed something more practical than a compact sports car... that's why I bought the Altima. It's the best of both worlds.
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