1999 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Noble M12
To start off, 2000 Noble M12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Noble M12 (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Noble M12.
Because 2000 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 2000 Noble M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus, 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, 2000 Noble M12 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 2000 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Ford | Noble |
| Model | Focus | M12 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
