2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2005 Noble M12
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Etude and 2005 Noble M12 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Etude weights approximately 43 kg more than 2005 Noble M12.
Because 2005 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 2005 Noble M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude, 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, 2005 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 2005 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Mazda | Noble |
| Model | Etude | M12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2968 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1050 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
