Originally Posted by
autofreak
Doesn't the new Accord (EX) have actice noise cancellation otherwise abbreviated as ACN? This is an intricate system that uses various microphones throughout the cabin that tells the computer to send a sound wave using the speakers with the opposite trough and crest so as to cancel out certain pitches throughout the cabin (low pitches I think i.e. road noise), it basically just tricks the ear into not hearing some unnecessary noise. I personally have not test driven the new Accord but from the expert reviews that I've read, they claim road noise is subdued a bit more than in the 7th generation model. While the road noise can be fixed with better tires or added sound insulation, the one thing I will accuse Honda for not treating is the isolation of the engine, such as engine vibration at idle and/or cruising. Honda needs to wake up and realize that not everybody who buys a Honda wants to feel particularly that connected to the road, I mean sharp steering and handling are key, but I think most of us can do without the road noise or vibrations. I mean isn't Honda known for being almost like a poor man's BMW, so why can't Honda get the noise/vibration issue under control?
It has no such active noise cancellation that works. Money would be better spent adding simple noise insulation and believe me, I tested three of them at 65mph highway speed and the road/wind noise is totally unacceptable.....The same complaint that came from the consumer reports test drivers.
Once I drove the Camry on the same road (the dealers are next to each other) the difference was unbelievable. I could actually hold a conversation with the person sitting next to me without yelling.
Don't get me wrong. I'm still a Honda man...but not for the next three years when I trade in again. Then, I will road test each again and buy the one that's quiet.
