2004 Noble M12 vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Noble M12 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 698 kg more than 2004 Noble M12.
Because 2010 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Noble M12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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, 2004 Noble M12 (486 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC. 2010 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 2004 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2004 Noble M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Noble M12 | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Noble | Volkswagen |
| Model | M12 | CC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
