2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 348 kg more than 2001 Noble M12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Commander. (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Commander. 2009 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 2001 Noble M12 | |
Make | Jeep | Noble |
Model | Commander | M12 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2440 mm |