1998 Honda S-MX vs. 2004 Noble M14
To start off, 2004 Noble M14 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Noble M14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 182 kg more than 2004 Noble M14.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Noble M14. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 2004 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda S-MX | 2004 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Honda | Noble |
| Model | S-MX | M14 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
