1998 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Noble M14
To start off, 2005 Noble M14 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Regal weights approximately 344 kg more than 2005 Noble M14.
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, 1998 Buick Regal, 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) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Regal. 1998 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2005 Noble M14 has manual transmission. 2005 Noble M14 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 2005 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Buick | Noble |
| Model | Regal | M14 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
