Head-to-Head Comparison: 2008 Honda Accord Coupe vs. 2008 Nissan Altima Coupe
Honda vs. Nissan: Which builds a better coupe?
Exterior Styling, 1st Place – 2008 Honda Accord Coupe
A slim winning margin goes to the Accord, the coupe from a brand long-known for perceived dependability first and styling a distant tenth. When lined up side-by-side, the Accord Coupe’s aggressive stance, distinct beltline, and thoroughly modern impression make the relatively clunky Altima Coupe pale in comparison. There was great debate surrounding what some viewed as a snub and over-designed nose, laughable oversized chrome door handles, and a tail end looking as though it was grafted from an old Acura CL. Still, taken as a whole the Honda hits the streets with new-found attitude, a trait missing from the Altima Coupe. Plus, the design afforded superior outward visibility.