2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2002 Noble M12
To start off, both 2002 Ford Mondeo and 2002 Noble M12 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 492 kg more than 2002 Noble M12.
Because 2002 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 2002 Noble M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2002 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mondeo | 2002 Noble M12 | |
Make | Ford | Noble |
Model | Mondeo | M12 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |