2002 Holden Vectra vs. 2003 Noble M12
To start off, 2003 Noble M12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2002 Holden Vectra. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Noble M12.
Because 2003 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 2003 Noble M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra, 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, 2003 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Vectra | 2003 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Holden | Noble |
| Model | Vectra | M12 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
