1996 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, 2004 Noble M12 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1996 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 Noble M12.
Because 2004 Noble M12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Noble M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Noble M12 (486 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick LeSabre. 1996 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2004 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2004 Noble M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Buick | Noble |
| Model | LeSabre | M12 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2440 mm |
