2001 Noble M12 vs. 1995 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Previa. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Previa weights approximately 635 kg more than 2001 Noble M12.
Because 2001 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 2001 Noble M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Previa, 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, 2001 Noble M12 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Noble M12 | 1995 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Noble | Toyota |
| Model | M12 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
