Honda Accord vs Nissan Altima
The Nissan Altima is more fuel-efficient at 26 MPG combined, against 25 MPG for the Honda Accord. At EPA assumptions that is about $100 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Accord | Nissan Altima | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,856 | 1,379 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Body & structure |
| Crashes and fires | 86 and 18 | 74 and 22 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 28,000 miles | 72,000 miles |
| Recalls | 8 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 25 MPG | 26 MPG |
| City and highway | 22 and 31 | 23 and 31 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,700 | $2,600 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,856 complaints for the Honda Accord and 1,379 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: 8 for the Honda Accord, 4 for the Nissan Altima.