Few sedans manage to blend sportiness and luxury like the 2019 Nissan Maxima or the 2019 Honda Accord. But if drivers compare the 2019 Nissan Maxima vs the 2019 Honda Accord, which one comes out on top? Through our research, we found several key differences between these two sedans that drivers should be aware of.
Five trim levels are available for both the 2019 Nissan Maxima as well as the 2019 Honda Accord: S, SV, SL, SR and Platinum for the 2019 Nissan Maxima and LX, Sport, EX, EX-L and Touring for the 2019 Accord. While this provides drivers with an equivalent number of configurations, the 2019 Maxima distributes its available features more generously. For example, the 2019 Maxima S features eight standard speakers, which is double the amount that comes installed in the 2019 Honda Accord LX.
2019 Nissan Maxima |
VS |
2019 Honda Accord |
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5 | Available Trim Levels | 5 |
8 Speakers | Standard Audio Stream | 4 Speakers |
300 | Standard Horsepower | 192 |
261 lb.-ft. | Standard Torque | 192 lb.-ft. |
The 2019 Nissan Maxima greatly outperforms the 2019 Honda Accord. The standard engine that powers the 2019 Maxima is a 3.5-liter V6 that outputs 300 horsepower and 261 pound-feet of torque. The 2019 Honda Accord’s turbocharged, 1.5-liter, four-cylinder engine (192 hp, 192 lb.-ft. of torque) may feel underpowered in comparison.
Drivers should also note the large number of high-quality features that come standard inside the 2019 Maxima. Drivers have access to smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay/Android Auto support, an assortment of adjustable driving modes and remote engine start.
Available 2019 Nissan Maxima safety and security features include: Front and rear head airbags, emergency breaking assistance, front and rear ventilated disc brakes, LED headlamps, dusk sensing headlamps, a blind spot and lane departure warning accident avoidance system, a tire pressure monitoring system, auto delay off headlamps, traction control, a remote anti-theft alarm system, an engine immobilizer and daytime running lights.