2004 Noble M12 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 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 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 44 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (291 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Noble M12 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Noble | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M12 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2649 mm |
