2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1348 kg more than 2001 Noble M12.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Noble M12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango 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, 2001 Noble M12 (435 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2001 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Dodge | Noble |
| Model | Durango | M12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2440 mm |
