2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2003 Noble M12
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Noble M12 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2003 Noble M12.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Noble M12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Noble M12. (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Noble M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2003 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Ford | Noble |
| Model | F-150 | M12 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2440 mm |
