2001 Noble M12 vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Noble M12 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 217 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Noble M12 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Toyota iQ, 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Noble M12 | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Noble | Toyota |
| Model | M12 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2000 mm |
