1998 Nissan Pickup 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 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup 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 291 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 620 kg more than 2004 Noble M14.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup 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 Nissan Pickup 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Pickup | 2004 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Nissan | Noble |
| Model | Pickup | M14 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2440 mm |
