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Honda Accord vs. Nissan Altima
On this site: compare the Honda Accord and Nissan Altima in terms of:
- how often they require a repair
- real-world gas mileage
- owners' reasons for buying (or not buying) them
Nissan Altima Quick Links
On this page: The Internet's most balanced and thorough car price and features comparison between the Honda Accord and Nissan Altima. Including:
- Price Comparison
- Invoice Comparison
- Feature Comparison
- TrueDelta Car Value Comparison
- Customized Price Comparison
- Dealer Price Quotes
Specifications Comparison | ||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Accord | Altima |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 | 109.3 |
| Length | 194.1 | 190.7 |
| Width | 72.7 | 70.7 |
| Height | 58.1 | 57.9 |
| Curb Weight | 3600 | 3357 |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 | 20.0 |
| R1 Headroom | 41.4 | 40.6 |
| R1 Shoulder Room | 58.2 | 55.7 |
| R1 Hip Room | 56.6 | 56.8 |
| R1 Legroom | 42.5 | 44.1 |
| R2 Headroom | 38.5 | 36.8 |
| R2 Shoulder Room | 56.4 | 55.5 |
| R2 Hip Room | 54.3 | 52.5 |
| R2 Legroom | 37.2 | 35.8 |
| Cargo Volume | 14.0 | 15.3 |
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Price Comparison (MSRP) : Honda Accord vs. Nissan AltimaThe sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices. | ||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Accord | Altima |
| Trim | EX-L | 3.5 SR |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $26,030 | $24,520 |
| 3.5L V6 | $2,275 | |
| 5-speed automatic | $800 | |
| Floormats | $175 | |
| Navigation system | $2,000 | |
| Premium Package | $2,380 | |
| Sport Package | $2,370 | |
| Technology Package | $1,780 | |
| Total options | $5,075 | $6,705 |
| Destination | $710 | $750 |
| Gas Tax / Credit | $0 | $0 |
| Net Price | $31,815 | $31,975 |
| Lowest Net Price | Accord EX-L 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | $160 | |
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Invoice Comparison : Honda Accord vs. Nissan AltimaDealer cost before holdback, bonuses, advertising fees, and such. Also before adjusting for remaining feature differences.Models that are not in demand can often be purchased at or a few hundred dollars over these prices. | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Accord | Altima |
| Trim | EX-L | 3.5 SR |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Invoice | $23,597 | $22,727 |
| 3.5L V6 | $2,055 | |
| 5-speed automatic | $723 | |
| Floormats | $134 | |
| Navigation system | $1,808 | |
| Premium Package | $2,064 | |
| Sport Package | $2,056 | |
| Technology Package | $1,543 | |
| Total options | $4,586 | $5,797 |
| Destination | $710 | $750 |
| Gas Tax / Credit | $0 | $0 |
| Net Invoice | $28,893 | $29,274 |
| Lowest Net Invoice | Accord EX-L 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | $381 | |
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Feature Comparison : Honda Accord vs. Nissan AltimaAdjusts for unshared features -- values in parentheses These are features on some but not all of the displayed trim lines.In parentheses are the values assigned to these features by TrueDelta or, optionally, by you. | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Accord | Altima |
| Trim | EX-L | 3.5 SR |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 271hp V6 | 270hp V6 |
| Transmission | A5 ($900) | CVT-6 ($1100) |
| Drivetrain | FWD ($0) | FWD ($0) |
| EPA Fuel Economy (City / Highway) | 19 / 29 | 20 / 27 |
| Tires (rear if not equal) | 225/50-17 | 215/55-17 |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 270, 7 | 264, 9 |
| Accessories | ||
| Keyless access and ignition ($250) |  |  |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Rearview monitor ($200) | |  |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo mat ($40) | | |
| Rear seat pass-through ($100) | | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming ($100) | | |
| CD changer, in-dash ($325) | | |
| CD player ($125) | | |
| DVD-compatible player ($0) | | |
| Media hard drive ($200) | | |
| Travel information system ($300) | | |
| USB port ($150) | | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings ($75) | | |
| Rear spoiler ($200) | | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Trip computer ($150) | | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors ($25) | | |
| Xenon HID headlights ($500) | | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Leather door panel trim ($250) | | |
| Power fore-aft, passenger first row ($100) | | |
| Power recline, passenger first row ($100) | | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) ($0) | | |
| Total Feature Adjustments The total value of the features listed for a trim, after subtracting the lowest total. | -$0 | -$1,640 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison : Honda Accord vs. Nissan AltimaThese are the sticker and invoice prices after adjusting for feature differences, to provide an "apples to apples" comparison. | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Accord | Altima |
| Trim | EX-L | 3.5 SR |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Net Price (from Price table) | $31,815 | $31,975 |
| Adjustment (from Feature table) | -$0 | -$1,640 |
| Feature-adjusted Net Price | $31,815 | $30,335 |
| Net Invoice (from Invoice table) | $28,893 | $29,274 |
| Invoice AdjustmentThe price adjustment multiplied by the ratio between the invoice and sticker prices. | -$0 | -$1,501 |
| Feature-adjusted Net Invoice | $28,893 | $27,773 |
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice | Altima 3.5 SR 4dr Sedan | |
| TrueDelta Price Difference | $1,480 | |
| TrueDelta Invoice Difference | $1,120 | |
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Notes
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
The "TrueDelta Value Comparison" figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players.
Usually the base prices, options, and packages you see here match those on the window stickers. However, in some cases these have been restructured to simplify the database and calculations. These modifictions have no impact on the "total" and "net" figures.
Writers: Please acknowledge TrueDelta.com when using these figures.
