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jayt43 · 17th October 2006, 15:37

No Bungle, I've read several reviews where they've said that the Civic's diesel installation is noisy compared to the Accord (although I'm sure still far quieter than most engines from rival manufacturers).

I think, often though, it boils down to a person's preconceptions about diesels. If you're like Clarkson then a diesel motor is basically the work of the devil, or to be more precise, something that has no rightful place being underneath a bonnet!

What I do know is that the diesel crowd here are very happy with the performance and smoothness of the 2.2. Like a good wine (Charles will back me up on this), it takes time to appreciate an engine and also the overall character of a car.

What is also true is that both petrol and diesel are innovative and efficient compared to the opposition (and I'm sure more reliable too). Moreover, Honda just carry on making their products more efficient, which is not only good for the consumer but will ultimately help bring about cuts in emissions in the future.

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jayt43 Supporter Magic Rear Seat Join Date: 27th June 2006 Location: Budapest Posts: 509 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	No Bungle, I've read several reviews where they've said that the Civic's diesel installation is noisy compared to the Accord (although I'm sure still far quieter than most engines from rival manufacturers). I think, often though, it boils down to a person's preconceptions about diesels. If you're like Clarkson then a diesel motor is basically the work of the devil, or to be more precise, something that has no rightful place being underneath a bonnet! What I do know is that the diesel crowd here are very happy with the performance and smoothness of the 2.2. Like a good wine (Charles will back me up on this), it takes time to appreciate an engine and also the overall character of a car. What is also true is that both petrol and diesel are innovative and efficient compared to the opposition (and I'm sure more reliable too). Moreover, Honda just carry on making their products more efficient, which is not only good for the consumer but will ultimately help bring about cuts in emissions in the future. Last edited by jayt43; 17th October 2006 at 15:39.