2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 744 kg more than 2001 Noble M12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (485 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ. 2005 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 2001 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Noble |
| Model | XJ | M12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2440 mm |
