2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2003 Noble M12
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 393 kg more than 2003 Noble M12.
Because 2003 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 2003 Noble M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 2003 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2003 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2003 Noble M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Five Hundred | 2003 Noble M12 | |
Make | Ford | Noble |
Model | Five Hundred | M12 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2440 mm |