2004 Noble M12 vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2004 Noble M12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Monaro weights approximately 552 kg more than 2004 Noble M12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Noble M12 (486 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Noble M12 | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Noble | Holden |
Model | M12 | Monaro |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |