2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2002 Noble M12
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Noble M12 would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 825 kg more than 2002 Noble M12.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Noble M12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2002 Noble M12 (485 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (339 Nm). This means 2002 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2002 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Noble |
| Model | Endeavor | M12 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
