2000 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda HR-V 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 282 more horse power than 2000 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Noble M14 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Noble M14. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda HR-V, 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, 2004 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda HR-V | 2004 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Honda | Noble |
| Model | HR-V | M14 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
