2003 Noble M12 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Noble M12 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Audi A6. (300 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2003 Noble M12.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Noble M12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A6. 2010 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2003 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2003 Noble M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Noble M12 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Noble | Audi |
| Model | M12 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4933 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2842 mm |
