Honda Accord vs Nissan Altima
The Honda Accord is more fuel-efficient at 25 MPG combined, against 23 MPG for the Nissan Altima. At EPA assumptions that is about $200 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Accord | Nissan Altima | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,267 | 1,321 |
| Most reported problem | Transmission | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 165 and 15 | 41 and 43 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 90,000 miles | 87,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 25 MPG | 23 MPG |
| City and highway | 22 and 29 | 20 and 27 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,700 | $2,900 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,267 complaints for the Honda Accord and 1,321 for the Nissan Altima. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 5 for the Honda Accord, 5 for the Nissan Altima.