2008 Honda Accord Coupe vs. 2008 Nissan Altima Coupe - REDUX

[mcheddadi]

2008 Honda Accord Coupe V6 EX-L Navi vs. 2008 Nissan Altima Coupe 3.5 SE Comparison Test

http://www.carpages.ca/go/road....aspx

"Finally, the Altima is the one you'll want to date... the one you'll have plenty of fun with, but also the one that has some fundamental if ignorable flaws. The Accord, however, is the one most will want to marry and live with. It may not be as charming as the Altima off the bat, but it's superior in just about every other way. So if choosing between the two, it really comes down to where you're at in your life. If you're still in dating mode, the Altima Coupe is prime for an exciting lifestyle. If you're ready to settle down or already fully settled, the Accord Coupe is your ride."

So what do you guys think about this comparison. It definatly feels less biased then the one edmundsinsideline did.

P.S.: Just want to say, I <3 my altima! best car I ever owned!
Modified by mcheddadi at 8:50 PM 12/7/2007

[wild willy]

40K for an Altima:( Where?

If I am still in dating mode........I am going to get a G35-37 for those prices

Specifications (Altima Coupe 3.5 SE):

Price range: $31,398 - $39,983 Price as Tested: $39,823 Body Type: 2-door coupe Layout: front engine, FWD Engine: 270 hp, 258 lb-ft of torque, 3.5L, 24-valve DOHC V6 Transmission: CVT w/Manual Mode (std. 6-spd manual) Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS, EBD, BA Dimensions (L/W/H/WB): 4,636 / 1,796 / 1,405 / 2,675 mm (182.5 / 70.7 / 55.3 / 105.3 in) Curb Weight: 1,475 kg (3,252 lbs) Tires: 215/55R17 Capacity (trunk): 210 L (7.1 cu-ft) Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 10.5 / 7.7 L/100 km Observed Fuel Economy: 9.9 L/100 km Warranty (mo/km): 36/60,000 comprehensive; 60/100,000 powertrain Competitors: Honda Accord Coupe, Mitsubishi Eclipse, Pontiac G6 Coupe, Toyota Solara Website: http://www.nissan.ca Specifications (Accord Coupe EX-L V6):

Price range: $35,490 - $38,290 Price as Tested: $38,290 Body Type: 2-door coupe Layout: front engine, FWD Engine: 268 hp, 248 lb-ft of torque, 3.5L, 24-valve SOHC V6 Transmission: 6-spd manual (opt. 5-spd auto) Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS, EBD, BA Dimensions (L/W/H/WB): 4,849 / 1,848 / 1,432 / 2,740 mm (190.9 / 72.8 / 56.4 / 107.9 in) Curb Weight: 1,566 kg (3,452 lbs) Tires: 235/45R18 Capacity (trunk): 338 L (11.9 cu-ft) Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 12.6 / 7.8 L/100 km Observed Fuel Economy: 10.5 L/100 km Warranty (mo/km): 36/60,000 comprehensive; 60/100,000 powertrain Competitors: Mitsubishi Eclipse, Nissan Altima Coupe, Pontiac G6 Coupe, Toyota Solara Website: http://www.honda.ca

[generic808]

I think that was a very fair comparison/review. The Accord has been the flagship of mid-sized cars for many, many years. Now there's no denying that the Altima is a great car, but it still has it's quirks, being so new and all. I'm sure by the next generation Altima, that comparison gap will be a lot tighter. But for now, Honda still leads the pack. Unfortunately

[Plastics]

Thati is a proper comparison. The Honda dealer invited me to drive the Honda Accord Coupe when he learn that I had an Altima Coupe.

The Honda Coupe feels like a Sedan with 2 doors, so if you are into comfy land and lots of room, you 'll love the Accord.

The Altima Coupe feels much more tight, more 2 dr coupe feel, sort of like a grown up 350Z. .

As for powertrain, the review nails it....the Nissan 3.5 with CVT out runs the Accord. When I drove the Accord, I was wondering where was the 268 horsepowers hiding?

PlasticsAltimima Coupe 3.5 SE Premium black

[mcheddadi]

40K for an Altima:( Where?

If I am still in dating mode........I am going to get a G35-37 for those prices

lol that's what I paid, 40K, THOSE ARE CANADIAN PRICES! lol As you can see the site is carpages.ca

[wild willy]

lol that's what I paid, 40K, THOSE ARE CANADIAN PRICES! lol As you can see the site is carpages.ca

Even worse...Now that the Canadian dollar is worth more than the USD

[rjdmmfl1]

Thati is a proper comparison. The Honda dealer invited me to drive the Honda Accord Coupe when he learn that I had an Altima Coupe.

The Honda Coupe feels like a Sedan with 2 doors, so if you are into comfy land and lots of room, you 'll love the Accord.

The Altima Coupe feels much more tight, more 2 dr coupe feel, sort of like a grown up 350Z. .

As for powertrain, the review nails it....the Nissan 3.5 with CVT out runs the Accord. When I drove the Accord, I was wondering where was the 268 horsepowers hiding?

PlasticsAltimima Coupe 3.5 SE Premium black

i agree 100%.... but I still hate Hondas and refuse to ever own one

[mcheddadi]

Even worse...Now that the Canadian dollar is worth more than the USD

G37 here starts at 49 000,00$ then fully loaded its like 53 000,00$

[prlwhitecoupe]

My cousin and I went to New York and picked up a G37 from Queens...we drove back....cost him around $42,000 USD - G37 Sport w/Tech Pkg. It was an awesome ride home...im not sure how much taxes ended up being when he brought it into the country...but I can tell you he still saved a ton!

[notaverage]

My cousin and I went to New York and picked up a G37 from Queens...we drove back....cost him around $42,000 USD - G37 Sport w/Tech Pkg. It was an awesome ride home...im not sure how much taxes ended up being when he brought it into the country...but I can tell you he still saved a ton!

Now all he has to do is get an aftermarket warranty, and he will STILL save thousands

[SHIFT_2.5S]

"So if choosing between the two, it really comes down to where you're at in your life. If you're still in dating mode, the Altima Coupe is prime for an exciting lifestyle. If you're ready to settle down or already fully settled, the Accord Coupe is your ride."



That doesn't make any sense when buying cars.

[Dexion]

Wierd, more mags seem to favor the sedan over the coupe.

[generic808]

I believe it's because of the lack of space in the interior and trunk. And also the shorter wheelbase, which makes for a bouncier ride. Other than those things, the sedan's and coupe's are pretty much identical, minus the extra doors. Sedan's are more practical, and maybe that's what they favor.

[Shift_3.5SE]

I've test drove both the Altima Coupe and the Accord Coupe and they are both great cars. I found myself favoring the Altima though due to the responsiveness of the accelerator and the constant delivery of power. Also, the Altima has much more tech gadgets!!

[generic808]

Shift_3.5SE, let me be the first to say Welcome to NICO! Now post some pics of your ride!

[Shift_3.5SE]

Haha thanks...I came from 1addicts, but when the 128i pricing came out, i left the forum :-(. I'm pretty excited, because I test drove my 1st Altima coupe recently but won't get it until later, unfortunantly.

[SHIFT_COUPE]

I've test drove both the Altima Coupe and the Accord Coupe and they are both great cars. I found myself favoring the Altima though due to the responsiveness of the accelerator and the constant delivery of power. Also, the Altima has much more tech gadgets!!

This is what I like to hear!....the TRUTH! Nothing like the Altima VQ

Welcome! Good luck on your purchase.

[SHIFT_2.5S]

This is what I like to hear!....the TRUTH! Nothing like the Altima VQ

Can't forget the QR.

[gotak]

Now all he has to do is get an aftermarket warranty, and he will STILL save thousands

Infiniti's warranty works if the car's imported. One of the few companies that still does it.