2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2000 Noble M12
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Noble M12 would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Noble M12 (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 624 kg more than 2000 Noble M12.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Noble M12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2000 Noble M12 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2000 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Honda | Noble |
| Model | CR-V | M12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
