2004 Lancia Phedra vs. 2000 Noble M12
To start off, 2004 Lancia Phedra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Noble M12 would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Noble M12 (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (127 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 845 kg more than 2000 Noble M12.
Because 2000 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 2000 Noble M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Phedra, 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, 2000 Noble M12 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Phedra | 2000 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Lancia | Noble |
| Model | Phedra | M12 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
