2005 Kia K2700 vs. 2000 Noble M12
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 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 2,665 cc, 2005 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Noble M12 (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 550 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia K2700 | 2000 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Kia | Noble |
| Model | K2700 | M12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 2544 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.5 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 980 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
