2005 Noble M12 vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Noble M12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Life 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 288 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Noble M12 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Noble M12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2003 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2005 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2005 Noble M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Noble M12 | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | Noble | Honda |
Model | M12 | Life |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 485 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |