2005 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 1 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 253 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 Noble M12.
Because 2004 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 2004 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, 2004 Noble M12 (486 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (119 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Honda | Noble |
| Model | Civic | M12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
