2001 Noble M12 vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 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), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (272 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 809 kg more than 2001 Noble M12.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Noble M12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento. 2013 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2001 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2001 Noble M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Noble M12 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Noble | Kia |
| Model | M12 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| 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 | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
