2003 Noble M12 vs. 2003 Opel Agila
To start off, both 2003 Noble M12 and 2003 Opel Agila 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 278 more horse power than 2003 Opel Agila. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Noble M12 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Agila, 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Agila. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Noble M12 | 2003 Opel Agila | |
Make | Noble | Opel |
Model | M12 | Agila |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 485 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |