2001 Ford Urban Explorer vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, both 2001 Ford Urban Explorer and 2001 Noble M12 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Urban Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Urban Explorer weights approximately 719 kg more than 2001 Noble M12.
Because 2001 Ford Urban Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Noble M12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. (380 Nm). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Urban Explorer | 2001 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Ford | Noble |
| Model | Urban Explorer | M12 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
