Honda Accord vs Nissan Altima
The Honda Accord is more fuel-efficient at 26 MPG combined, against 23 MPG for the Nissan Altima. At EPA assumptions that is about $300 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Accord | Nissan Altima | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 2,384 | 1,099 |
| Most reported problem | Transmission | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 189 and 23 | 61 and 16 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 88,000 miles | 86,000 miles |
| Recalls | 13 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 26 MPG | 23 MPG |
| City and highway | 23 and 31 | 20 and 27 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,600 | $2,900 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 2,384 complaints for the Honda Accord and 1,099 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: 13 for the Honda Accord, 4 for the Nissan Altima.