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Sedans Honda Accord Honda Accord vs Nissan Altima
297 messages, Last post on Jan 19, 2009 at 4:57 AM
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Replying to: elroy5 (Jul 26, 2008 9:34 pm) What I DO know is that I've driven the '08 Accord EX-L 4-cyl and '08 Altima 2.5 SL sedans back-to-back, and the Altima is quicker, more fuel efficient, has more features, and is more fun to drive. All of this combined with a lower price tag makes the Altima sedan an excellent value compared to the '08 Accord sedan. The way I look at it, if you want a larger back seat and stability control, get the Accord. For everything else, get the Altima. I've had my '08 Altima 2.5 SL sedan for 3 months now, and I have no regrets at all. I sometimes wonder if I should have gotten the Accord, but then I think about all the stuff that the Altima comes with that the Accord doesn't. It makes me love my Altima even more. One more thing... '08 Accord = 8.9 '08 Altima = 9.3 It seems that most people agree with me. It's just too bad that most people don't do several months worth of research before they buy their cars. |
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Replying to: madpistol (Jul 26, 2008 9:04 pm) So despite all of the Altima and Accord's flaws, they atleast are thinking of the basic requirements of the car. Certainly not skimping out on fit and finish or compromising anything to save money, because I don't feel that when I see these cars, when compared to "other" models.
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Replying to: bvdj84 (Jul 27, 2008 5:25 am) Why? Its about having the engine in its efficiency band. The engine should be able to get to peak horsepower, peak torque, or peak economy. Adding gears in a marketing campaign to compensate for a razor thin powerband in the motor doesn't mean everyone needs to go around adding mechanical complexity to their transmissions. I would worry more about fuel economy and performance measures than how many gears something has.
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Replying to: lilengineerboy (Jul 27, 2008 6:16 am)
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Replying to: bvdj84 (Jul 27, 2008 1:23 pm) Yeah, they should invent a transmission that is continuously variable. This would be great, the car would never have to shift. It could provide a smooth, fast, efficient automobile. Someday they'll make it happen.
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Replying to: karpediem (Jul 28, 2008 7:21 pm) I don't know how to drive a manual, but if someone gave me the keys to that, I would learn, FAST! That cars is absolutely awesome!
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Replying to: bvdj84 (Jul 29, 2008 5:14 am) |
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Replying to: wyngator (Jun 18, 2008 9:55 am) |
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Hi All! I will (hopefully) be purchasing my first new car in the near future and wanted to ask for your feedback/advice. I am currently torn between the Nissan Altima Coupe and either the Honda Civic Coupe or the Honda Accord Coupe. I have test driven the Altima several times and love the car, but am unclear as to the long term reliability of the vehicle (what I've been reading on the forums about engine failures after 6 years is concerning...but I think most are coming from the first year of the redesigned sedan back in 2002). A plus for the Honda's is they come with a few more standard safety features like Electronic Stability Control/Vehicle Stability Assist. I would truly love to hear your advice and feedback. Thank you in advance for your time and advice, I truly appreciate it! |
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Replying to: swhonda (Nov 15, 2008 8:33 pm) After the reviews I've read of both the Altima and Accord Coupe, I'd have to lean towards the Accord Coupe. It seems to have a more refined ride, and it has more usable space than the Altima. However, the Altima has a terrific CVT transmission w/ 6-speed manual mode, which will definitely add some excitement to the drive with that car. If you want all-out thrills though, either the Civic Si coupe or the Accord V6 manual will give you all the thrills you need in a FWD coupe. If you're looking for a more practical coupe though, I'd vote for the '08-'09 Accord EX 4-cyl. It's probably the best midsize coupe on the market currently. |
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