2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 8 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (242 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 79 kg more than 2001 Noble M12.
Because 2001 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 2001 Noble M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2001 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Odyssey. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2001 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2001 Noble M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Odyssey | 2001 Noble M12 | |
Make | Honda | Noble |
Model | Odyssey | M12 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |