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Honda Accord vs Nissan Altima

297 messages,  Last post on Jan 19, 2009 at 4:57 AM

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Re: Altima Manual Shift Mode - Invaluable [karpediem] by bvdj84
Jul 29, 2008 (5:14 am)
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Replying to: karpediem (Jul 28, 2008 7:21 pm)

Well, if I had it my way now, I would get a Honda Accord V6 Coupe, RED!
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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Re: Altima Manual Shift Mode - Invaluable [bvdj84] by karpediem
Jul 29, 2008 (1:15 pm)
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Replying to: bvdj84 (Jul 29, 2008 5:14 am)

Saw a couple Accord Coupes on the road today, they're alright looking...better than the sedan IMO. Altima coupe is alright too. I think the main reason both of them look a little odd to me is because they are still pretty big for a coupe. Still have to give props to both Nissan and Honda though for at least making them look attractive.....unlike the G6 coupe.
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Re: Just got back from my test drive [wyngator] by jam1kj
Aug 01, 2008 (10:17 pm)
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Replying to: wyngator (Jun 18, 2008 9:55 am)

I would have to say the Nissan Altima is your best bet. My family has been a nissan family since 1989. Here is a rundown of the family vehicles. 1989 Pickup(389,000)cops dont now how as it looked like a crush beer can cousin fell sleep coming home) 1997 Nissan Altima(340,000m) 2002 Nissan Maxima(140,000 miles when sold) 2006 Nissan Sentra (36000) 2007 Nissan Frontier(39,000). All these vehicle are still being driven never had any major repairs. So in October of 2008. I have come to the decision based on repeated reliality and performance and maitnence cost. To purchae either the 2008 or 2009 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE fully loaded or the 2008-2009 Nissan Maxima fully loaded as my birthday gift to myself.
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2009 Altima Coupe vs Honda Civic or Accord by swhonda
Nov 15, 2008 (8:33 pm)
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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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Re: 2009 Altima Coupe vs Honda Civic or Accord [swhonda] by madpistol
Nov 15, 2008 (9:02 pm)
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Replying to: swhonda (Nov 15, 2008 8:33 pm)

In all honesty, you can't go wrong with either the Altima Coupe or the Accord Coupe. The only reason you should buy a Civic coupe, though, is if you wish to save money on gas. Either the Accord or Altima will be far more practical and enjoyable driving wise.
 
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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Re: 2009 Altima Coupe vs Honda Civic or Accord [swhonda] by elroy5
Nov 15, 2008 (9:02 pm)
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Replying to: swhonda (Nov 15, 2008 8:33 pm)

You can read this comparison.
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Drives/Comparos/articleId=123357
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Re: 2009 Altima Coupe vs Honda Civic or Accord [elroy5] by bvdj84
Nov 16, 2008 (6:52 am)
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Replying to: elroy5 (Nov 15, 2008 9:02 pm)

I think the Altima sedan is a bit ugly. Looks really heavy, its rear end is huge looking!
The style is just a re-done, blown up version of the model before it. Blah, it does not give me any inspiration. Just my opinion though. Too each their own.
 
 Now, the Altima coupe is a sharp looking ride and so is the Accord coupe.
Now, the Accord sedan, could use some slimming, and a bit more coupe inspiration, it would not have hurt anything. People want more style these days.
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Re: 2009 Altima Coupe vs Honda Civic or Accord [swhonda] by thegraduate
Nov 17, 2008 (7:34 am)
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Replying to: swhonda (Nov 15, 2008 8:33 pm)

My only advice is to drive them all thoroughly!
 
One person's junk is another person's jewel. Nobody's trying to lead you wrong here, but opinions differ quite regularly. I hope you'll drive each of the cars you are interested in before deciding against them!
 
Best Regards,
 
TheGraduate
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Re: 2009 Altima Coupe vs Honda Civic or Accord [thegraduate] by swhonda
Nov 17, 2008 (8:03 pm)
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Replying to: thegraduate (Nov 17, 2008 7:34 am)

Thank you all so much for input; I really appreciate it!!! Thank you thegraduate...you are so right! I find that each time I test drive a vehicle, I learn something new about it. I like the Altima, Accord, Civic (and now adding Civic SI) to the list in different ways. I hope to go for another round of test drives this week to help narrow down the list....but my goodness, this is a tough decision...
 
Thanks again!
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Re: 2009 Altima Coupe vs Honda Civic or Accord [swhonda] by thegraduate
Nov 17, 2008 (8:49 pm)
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Replying to: swhonda (Nov 17, 2008 8:03 pm)

There's not a bad car in the lot. The Civic offers a good value if you typically drive with just you or you and one passenger in the car. The Altima and Accord are more substantial vehicles with somewhat lower economy, but more power and ride/sound isolation.
 
Happy hunting!

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