1995 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Noble M14
To start off, 2003 Noble M14 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M14 (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1995 Audi A6. (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2003 Noble M14.
Because 1995 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Noble M14. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 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, 2003 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A6 | 2003 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Audi | Noble |
| Model | A6 | M14 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1745 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
