2026 Honda
Accord
Starting MSRP
$29,400
Combined MPG
48
Horsepower
192
Your Comparison
2025 Nissan
Altima
Starting MSRP
$26,890
Combined MPG
36
Horsepower
188
Quick Category Winners
Value
Altima
Performance
Accord
Comfort
Accord
Fuel Economy
Accord
Reliability
Accord
Interior
Accord
Technology
Accord
Overall
Accord
Scorecard Comparison
8.6
Performance
7.8
8.7
Comfort
8.1
8.4
Value
8.6
8.5
Ownership Cost
8.2
8.5
Technology
7.8
8.3
Safety
8.1
8.4
Reliability
7.9
8.6
Interior Quality
7.9
Accord
Altima
CHOOSE THE ACCORD IF YOU:
- Want a more engaging drive
- Care about interior room and refinement
- Like a slightly more premium cabin feel
CHOOSE THE ALTIMA IF YOU:
- Want comfortable, easygoing daily driving
- Prefer available all-wheel drive
- Value a quiet, relaxed cabin
5-Year Ownership Cost
| Category | Accord | Altima | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel | $4,950 | $5,900 | -$950 |
| Insurance | $6,800 | $6,500 | +$300 |
| Maintenance | $4,300 | $3,900 | +$400 |
| Repairs | $1,600 | $1,700 | -$100 |
| Depreciation | $12,900 | $14,200 | -$1,300 |
| 5-Year Total | $30,550 | $32,200 | -$1,650 |
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The Accord costs an estimated $1,650 less to own over 5 years.
Size Comparison
Accord
Altima
Accord
Altima
Diff
Length
194.2
192.9
+1.3
Width
73.3
72.9
+0.4
Height
57.1
56.8
+0.3
Wheelbase
111.4
111.2
+0.2
Cargo Volumecu ft
16.7
15.4
+1.3
Trim-to-Trim Comparison
- Accord SportvsAltima S
- Accord EX-LvsAltima SR
- Accord Touring HybridvsAltima Platinum
Final Verdict
The Honda Accord is the smarter overall pick across our scoring categories, especially in the areas it leads. The Nissan Altima remains a strong alternative if its standout strengths better match your priorities. Either way, both are credible choices in this segment.
Winner
Honda Accord
Best For…
- CommutersAccord
- FamiliesAccord
- Resale ValueAccord
- Driving EnjoymentAccord
- TechnologyAccord
- Best OverallAccord
Frequently Asked Questions
The Honda Accord is better for shoppers who weight want a more engaging drive, while the Nissan Altima is better if you want comfortable, easygoing daily driving. Both compete closely overall.
Our scoring gives the edge to the Honda Accord, though the Nissan Altima also performs well in long-term reliability data.
The Honda Accord leads with up to 48 combined MPG versus 36 for the Nissan Altima.
The Honda Accord is the better family pick thanks to its higher comfort scoring, slightly more usable cabin space, and a more relaxed ride.
Over a five-year ownership window, the Honda Accord costs an estimated $1,650 less to own once you factor in fuel, insurance, maintenance, repairs, and depreciation.
The Nissan Altima tends to hold its value better in the used market, helped by stronger demand and a higher overall value score.