1997 Honda CRX vs. 2005 Noble M14
To start off, 2005 Noble M14 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Noble M14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1997 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Noble M14 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Noble M14 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 2005 Noble M14. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX, 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, 2005 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda CRX | 2005 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Honda | Noble |
| Model | CRX | M14 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
