2001 Noble M12 vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 770 kg more than 2001 Noble M12.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1999 Opel Frontera 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Noble M12 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Noble | Opel |
| Model | M12 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
