2024 Honda Accord vs 2024 Nissan Altima
Lineup Comparison
| Lineup | Models | Price Range* | Engines | Hybrid Powertrain |
 2024 Honda Accord |
3 | $39,464* to $46,964* | 1.5L 16-valve, Direct Injection, DOHC, i-VTEC Turbocharged or 2.0L 16-valve, Direct Injection with dual VTC | Available |
| 2024 Nissan Altima |
4 | $31,598* to $37,998* | 2.5 L DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder | Not Available |
The Accord is Honda’s most successful sedan, according to Car and Driver, which awarded this lineup in 38 out of 40 editions of the 10 Best Cars. The Altima won several prizes in 2019, including IIHS Top Safety Pick, Automobile All Stars, MotorWeek Driver’s Choice, and EC Best Cars Editor’s Choice.
The Accord was almost completely redesigned in its 2023 version, so this year has no relevant changes. The previous Altima also received a few design and equipment upgrades in 2023, rolling into 2024 with only small digital changes.
2024 Honda Accord vs. 2024 Nissan Altima
If you’re looking for a Japanese sedan with award-winning quality standards, we have at least two lineups available for you to choose from: the 2024 Honda Accord and the 2024 Nissan Altima. Which one is the best? Keep reading and find out more.
Performance
The new Accord has two engines to choose from. The 1.5L turbocharged engine has a continuously variable transmission (CVT) with fuel consumption of 8.1 L / 100 km in the city and 6.4 L / 100 km on highways. It has 192 horsepower and 192 lb-ft of torque. The other engine is a hybrid 2.0L engine that comes with e-CVT and consumption rates of 5.0 L / 100 km in the city and 5.7 L / 100 km on highways. It delivers 181 horsepower and 247 lb-ft of torque capacity.
The Altima has only one engine, with fuel efficiency rates varying slightly across AWD and FWD models. The basic model takes 9.1 L / 100 km in the city and 6.5 L / 100 km on highways, while upper models enjoy 9.3 L / 100 km and 6.7 L / 100 km, respectively. This engine provides 182 horsepower and 178 lb-ft of torque.
Interior and Exterior
The Accord has fabric surfaces as standard. The Sport trim has exclusive fabric surfaces, and the Touring Hybrid trim has leather surfaces. Heated front seats, foldable rear seats, and driver’s seats with power adjustments are standard across the lineup.
The Altima offers cloth and leather upholsteries, with a Sport interior design option. The base model has manual air conditioning, while other models have a dual-zone air conditioning system. Similar to the Accord, heated front seats are standard across the lineup.
All Accords have a one-touch moonroof as standard. In contrast, this feature isn’t available for Altima’s base model. Both lineups have LED headlights, but the Accord also has LED taillights, brake lights, front turn indicators, and daylight running lights. Rear spoilers are standard for all Altimas above the base model and on Honda’s Sport Hybrid model.
Technology and Safety
The Accord has a 7-inch touchscreen display with eight speakers for the base model and a 12.3-inch touchscreen display for the rest of the lineup. The flagship model also has a Bose Premium audio system with 12 speakers. All models have mobile compatibility with Android and Apple devices, which can be wireless for the Sport Hybrid and Touring Hybrid models.
The Altima has a touchscreen display ranging between 8 and 12.3 inches. The Premium and Platinum models also have a Bose Premium audio system with nine speakers.
Airbags are standard for all models on both lineups. The Accord comes with the HondaLink Assist Automatic Emergency Response System along with adaptive cruise control, while only the Altima SR and upper models have this feature. Blindspot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are standard for all models on both lineups.
Book Yours Today
Whether you prefer an Accord or an Altima, you’ll find the perfect 2024 sedan at Fairway Honda in Corner Brook, NL. Book a test drive with us, and check out how it feels behind the wheel.
All pricing is based on Ontario MSRP and does not include taxes and fees. Dealer pricing may differ. Prices are subject to change anytime without notice.