2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Noble M14
To start off, 2004 Noble M14 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Dakota 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 277 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 380 kg more than 2004 Noble M14.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota 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, 2001 Dodge Dakota 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Dodge | Noble |
| Model | Dakota | M14 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
