2001 Noble M12 vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Korando 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 164 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 885 kg more than 2001 Noble M12.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Noble M12 | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Noble | SsangYong |
| Model | M12 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.3 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
