2005 Jaguar XK vs. 2000 Noble M12
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Noble M12 (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 734 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Noble M12 (435 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 2000 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK | 2000 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Noble |
| Model | XK | M12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1714 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
