2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 2004 Noble M14
To start off, 2004 Noble M14 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GAZ 3111 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 247 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Noble M14.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 2004 Noble M14 | |
| Make | GAZ | Noble |
| Model | 3111 | M14 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
