2001 Noble M12 vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 11 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Quest. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1011 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, 2012 Nissan Quest, 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Noble M12 | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Noble | Nissan |
| Model | M12 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3000 mm |
