2005 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Noble M12
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Noble M12 would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Noble M12 (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Noble M12 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Noble M12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Noble M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Noble M12 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2000 Noble M12 | |
Make | Honda | Noble |
Model | Civic | M12 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |