2001 Noble M12 vs. 2001 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2001 Noble M12 and 2001 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 141 more horse power than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. (165 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2001 Saab 05-Sep.
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, 2001 Saab 05-Sep, 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Noble M12 | 2001 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Noble | Saab |
| Model | M12 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
