2002 Lotus Elise vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 1 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 186 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Noble M12 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Elise | 2001 Noble M12 | |
Make | Lotus | Noble |
Model | Elise | M12 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |