2002 Ford Taurus vs. 2004 Noble M14
To start off, 2004 Noble M14 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Taurus 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 242 more horse power than 2002 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Taurus weights approximately 327 kg more than 2004 Noble M14.
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, 2002 Ford Taurus, 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Taurus. 2002 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2004 Noble M14 has manual transmission. 2004 Noble M14 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Taurus | 2004 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Ford | Noble |
| Model | Taurus | M14 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
