2003 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Nissan Altima
When comparing the 2003 Honda Accord's and the 2003 Nissan Altima's specifications and ratings, the 2003 Honda Accord has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2003 Nissan Altima has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2003 Honda Accord's and the 2003 Nissan Altima's specifications and ratings, the 2003 Honda Accord is a better car than the 2003 Nissan Altima.
2003 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Nissan Altima Pricing
A used 2003 Honda Accord ranges from $3,496 to $8,994 while a used 2003 Nissan Altima is priced between $1,955 to $6,999.
2003 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Nissan Altima Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2003 Honda Accord loses 39 percent of its value and the 2003 Nissan Altima loses 48.9 percent of its value. This means the 2003 Honda Accord retains 9.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2003 Nissan Altima.
2003 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Nissan Altima Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Honda Accord is 9.1 out of 10 while the Nissan Altima's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Honda Accord being ranked 1 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars and the Nissan Altima being ranked 7 out of 13.
2003 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Nissan Altima Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Honda Accord is 9.2 out of 10. For the Nissan Altima the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Honda Accord a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Nissan Altima.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2003 Honda Accord’s base engine makes 160 horsepower, and the 2003 Nissan Altima base engine makes 175 horsepower. The Accord is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 527 miles. The Altima is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 540 miles.This gives the 2003 Honda Accord the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2003 Nissan Altima the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2003 Honda Accord and 2003 Nissan Altima are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2003 Honda Accord and the 2003 Nissan Altima have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3496 - 8994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.389899
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1955 - 6999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.488815
Honda Accord Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.093944 / 10
Reliability:
9.181833 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Nissan Altima Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.304271 / 10
Reliability:
8.212815 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Honda Accord Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
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1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
7 out of / 13Ranking
7 out of / 9Ranking
11 out of / 13Nissan Altima Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 9Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 5Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
7 out of / 13Ranking
7 out of / 13Ranking
7 out of / 13Ranking
9 out of / 13Ranking
13 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2003 Honda Accord Trim Levels
Not yet available
2003 Nissan Altima Trim Levels
2.5, 2.5 S, 2.5 SL, 3.5 SE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
160 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
161 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
175 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
180 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
391 / 527 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 27 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
400 / 540 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2989 lbs
Width:
71.5 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
189.5 inches
Wheelbase:
107.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3001 lbs
Width:
70.4 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
191.5 inches
Wheelbase:
110.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/65R16