2002 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Noble M14
To start off, 2005 Noble M14 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S4 weights approximately 512 kg more than 2005 Noble M14.
Because 2002 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Noble M14. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi S4 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, 2005 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S4 | 2005 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Audi | Noble |
| Model | S4 | M14 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
