2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Noble M12 would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1310 kg more than 2001 Noble M12.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Noble M12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 2001 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Noble |
| Model | Express | M12 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2440 mm |
