Before I ordered my 08 Accord, I spent four months researching every 08 four door sedan available. I whittled it down to two options, the Altima and the Accord. The Altima has more features (keyless start button, back-up camera, Bose sound system, CVT, manual shifting override, etc.) but I just could not get over the far superior interior and exterior design and feel of the Accord. Fully loaded, the Altima is a bit cheaper and faster, but that ugly "dippy" nose, cheap interior fit and finish, and ugly red tint to the dash lights of the Altima just turned me off. I have to agree with the majority of the new car reviews, the "Accord sets the standard". The interior design is outstanding and plush. Over 700 voice commands, excellent navigation system, VCM, integrated bluetooth, and so much more. V6 power, with excellent gas mileage. I drove them both many times, and even read both of the vehicles owners manuals. The Accord does not win in every category, but for me, it won the "I would be happy with this car for the next 14 years" test.

That's my opinion and I am sticking with it.