2005 Noble M12 vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Noble M12 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. 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 200 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 365 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, 1998 Toyota Camry, 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Noble M12 | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Noble | Toyota |
| Model | M12 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
