2005 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Noble M12 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 718 kg more than 2001 Noble M12.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Noble M12 (435 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2001 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Audi | Noble |
| Model | A4 | M12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
