2005 Noble M12 vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Noble M12 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 163 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 982 kg more than 2005 Noble M12.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Navara. 2012 Nissan Navara 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. 2012 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Noble M12 | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Noble | Nissan |
| Model | M12 | Navara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |
