2000 Noble M12 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 13 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Noble M12 (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 499 kg more than 2000 Noble M12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series. 2013 Ford E-Series has automatic transmission and 2000 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2000 Noble M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Noble M12 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Noble | Ford |
Model | M12 | E-Series |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 25 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1479 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3505 mm |