2nd place: Toyota Camry XLE V6
The ride of the Toyota Camry could be mistaken for a Lexus and the impressive 3.5 V6 269 hp makes this the best mid-size car all around. The interior is the best-looking and more logical than the Accord. The value of the base model and even the XLE V6 is intriguing. If this were a performance-sedan test, a luxury-sedan test or an economy-car test, the Camry still would've won. In reality, performance, luxury and economy are considerations of family sedan buyers, whether they realize it or not. The only thing I didn't like about the new Camry is it's styling. It looks like it's been designed by three people at different times and on all models the sportiness seems to hide. Overall, the Camry isn't a driver's car and feels too soft.
1st place: Honda Accord EX-V6
Ahhh... the winner can't be beat, the Honda Accord has always been one of the best cars in the mid-size car and this generation still can't be beat. The engine was the nicest of the comparison. The build qualities was superb and the athletic performance of the EX-V6 6-spd manual was truly good. (Note: The 6-spd manual is only sold in US Accords) However the brakes was odd and one of the longest I've seen in a mid-size car. Only a few stops and the brakes feel worn out. The number of variations within the Accord range is impressive: There are coupes, sedans — even a gas-electric hybrid sedan introduced last year — ranging in price from $18,000 to $32,000 US. It's no wonder the Honda Accord is a perennial favorite with consumers. There's a lot to like in the Accord including the styling and engine so that's why it's first place for a few more years to come.