2007 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Noble M12 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Noble M12.
Because 2004 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 2004 Noble M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 2004 Noble M12 (486 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2004 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2004 Noble M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2004 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Honda | Noble |
| Model | Accord | M12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1080 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
