2004 Noble M12 vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2004 Noble M12 and 2004 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 222 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 135 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia, 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Noble M12 | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Noble | Skoda |
Model | M12 | Fabia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |