2004 Noble M12 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2004 Noble M12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 420 kg more than 2004 Noble M12.

Because 2004 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 2004 Noble M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2004 Noble M12 (486 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Noble M12 2003 Toyota Avensis
Make Noble Toyota
Model M12 Avensis
Year Released 2004 2003
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2968 cc 1786 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 335 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 486 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4200 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 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2440 mm