2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2000 Noble M12
To start off, both 2000 Citroen C1 and 2000 Noble M12 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 240 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Noble M12 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Citroen C1, 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C1 | 2000 Noble M12 | |
Make | Citroen | Noble |
Model | C1 | M12 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |