2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2003 Noble M12
To start off, both 2003 Ford C-MAX and 2003 Noble M12 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 191 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (144 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 342 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, 2003 Ford C-MAX, 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 2003 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Ford | Noble |
| Model | C-MAX | M12 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1392 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
