Honda Accord vs. Nissan Altima
1. Performance
While both sedans can reliably transport you to work and local errands, one of them adds an exhilarating element to your drives around New England. In the competition between the Accord and Altima, the Accord outperforms the Altima in terms of both horsepower and torque, promising a more thrilling driving experience. If you're seeking more than just a mundane commute, the Honda Accord emerges as the clear winner.
When it comes to fuel efficiency, the Accord with its turbocharged 1.5L I-4 engine achieves impressive EPA-estimated ratings of 29 MPG in the city and 37 MPG on the highway for the 2023 model. In comparison, the Altima's 2.5L I-4 engine with FWD records slightly lower city mileage at 27 MPG, falling short of the Accord, but compensates with a higher highway rating at 39 MPG. Both the Accord and Altima's base powertrains share a combined rating of 32 MPG.
It's worth noting that the Altima's 2.5L I-4 engine is available with AWD, but this configuration results in reduced fuel efficiency, with EPA-estimated ratings of 26 MPG in the city and 36 MPG on the highway.
2023 Honda Accord Performance Specs:
- Horsepower: 192 hp
- Torque: 192 lb-ft
2023 Nissan Altima Performance Specs:
- Horsepower: 188 hp
- Torque: 180 lb-ft
2. Features
The Accord and Altima feature manually adjustable front seats, with 4-way power-adjustable front-passenger chairs available on the more expensive models. Upgrading from a manually adjustable chair for the driver's seat, the Altima offers an 8-way power-adjustable chair with lumbar support, while the Accord surpasses this with a 10-way power-adjustable seat featuring lumbar support. The Accord's power-adjustable seat also includes a two-position memory function, allowing it to retain preferred seating positions for both the driver and another user.
Both the Honda Accord and Nissan Altima are equipped with safety suites. The Accord utilizes the Honda Sensing safety suite for its assisted-driving features, while the Altima employs Nissan Safety Shield 360. Both suites include essential safety features such as Automatic Emergency Braking and Lane Departure Warning. Notably, the Honda Sensing suite stands out for its extensive array of standard tools, including a Driver Attention Monitor and Traffic Sign Recognition System on every trim. This makes the Accord an ideal choice for drivers prioritizing safety in their vehicles.
In terms of infotainment, both the Accord and Altima offer identical screen sizes, ranging from a 7-inch screen to a 12.3-inch screen. It's worth mentioning that the Accord's 12.3-inch touchscreen is standard on its hybrid model. Both sedans provide support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, along with their wireless variants, with the Accord offering these as standard features across all trims. In contrast, the Altima includes them on higher-end trims. Additionally, the 2023 Accord comes standard with a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, a feature that is not standard on the Altima, highlighting the additional amenities that come with the Accord without the need for additional spending on Nissan's sedan.
3. Interior Space
In the Honda Accord, headroom consistently surpasses that of the Nissan Altima. Honda's sedan provides 39.5 inches of headroom in the front row, offering ample space for both the driver and the passenger beside them. Meanwhile, passengers in the rear enjoy 37.3 inches of headroom. In comparison, the Nissan Altima offers 39.1 inches of headroom in the front and 36.9 inches in the rear. While both sedans provide respectable headroom, the Accord holds a slight numerical advantage.
Regarding legroom, the Nissan Altima boasts slightly more space for the front row, with 43.8 inches compared to Honda's 42.3 inches. However, this 3.5% increase in front row legroom is outweighed by the Accord's significant 16% advantage in rear row legroom. The Accord provides 40.8 inches of legroom in the rear, while the Altima offers 35.2 inches. The Accord, therefore, emerges as the leader in overall legroom.
The Honda Accord takes the lead in hip room within the interior. Both the front and rear rows of the Accord offer 55.4 inches of hip room, whereas the Altima provides 54.7 inches in the front and 54.5 inches in the rear. While the Nissan Altima offers marginally better shoulder room, the differences are minimal. The Accord has 57.9 inches of front shoulder room and 56.5 inches in the rear, while the Altima provides 58.2 inches in the front and 57.1 inches in the rear.
In terms of passenger volume, the Honda Accord offers a maximum of 105.7 cu.ft., surpassing the Altima's 100.6 cu.ft. The superiority of the Accord extends to cargo space as well, with 16.7 cu.ft. of maximum cargo space compared to the Altima's 15.4 cu.ft.
2023 Honda Accord vs. Nissan Altima: Passenger/Cargo Space:
- 2023 Honda Accord: 105.7 cubic feet / 16.7 cubic feet
- 2023 Nissan Altima: 100.8 cubic feet / 15.4 cubic feet
Conclusion.
I think we all know who the real winner is here! Come see all the Accord has to offer here at Honda of Keene!
