2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1044 kg more than 2001 Noble M12.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Noble M12 (485 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2001 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2001 Noble M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Noble |
| Model | Silverado | M12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2440 mm |
