2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 5 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Noble M12 (486 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Liberty. 2009 Jeep Liberty 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. 2009 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Liberty | 2004 Noble M12 | |
Make | Jeep | Noble |
Model | Liberty | M12 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |