2000 Noble M12 vs. 2005 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Noble M12 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 233 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (74 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 271 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, 2005 Peugeot 1007, 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Noble M12 | 2005 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Noble | Peugeot |
| Model | M12 | 1007 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.3 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
