1998 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 Noble M12.
Because 2001 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 2001 Noble M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord, 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, 2001 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2001 Noble M12 | |
Make | Honda | Noble |
Model | Accord | M12 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |