The 2008 Honda Accord is still one of the most well-rounded mid-size sedans, but the new 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is an especially formidable competitor, with a more distinctive style inside and out and performance to match the Accord.
The best-selling Camry is competitive with the Accord in most respects, but its ride is more comfort-oriented and less sporty, and the quality of the interior materials is disappointing relative to the competition.
The Fusion appeals to a different type of buyer, with its lean, more masculine design and firmer, more athletic driving feel; it's also a bit smaller.
The Passat remains a good competitor, especially with its base 2.0T four-cylinder engine, but spotty reliability and somewhat higher running costs lessen the appeal.
Perhaps the closest competitor to the Accord is the Altima, which provides a similar mix of sporty road manners and well-controlled ride quality, plus good styling inside and out.
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Whether you're looking for a comfy commuter in the $20,000 range or a luxurious, powerful $30,000 family sedan, the newly redesigned 2008 Honda Accord should be on your shortlist. |
The 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid melds the automaker's proven, hybrid system into America's bread-and-butter sedan. What's not to like? |
The 2008 Nissan Altima is a little sportier, though not less sensible. | |
| MSRP From | |||
| $20,360 | $19,145 | $18,620 | $21,750 |
| Gas Mileage | |||
| 17 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | |||
| Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 |
| EPA Class | |||
| Large | Mid-Size | Midsize | Mid-Size |
| Style Name | |||
| 4-Door I4 Manual LX | 4-Door Sedan I4 Manual (SE) | 4-Door Sedan I4 Manual 2.5 | 4-Door Sedan GL Manual |
| Drivetrain | |||
| Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | |||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | |||
| 4 Door Sedan | 4 Door Sedan | 4 Door Sedan | 4 Door Sdn |
| Transmission | |||
| Manual | Manual w/OD | Manual w/OD | Manual w/OD |
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