2003 Noble M14 vs. 2003 Rover 45
To start off, both 2003 Noble M14 and 2003 Rover 45 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Noble M14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M14 (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2003 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Noble M14 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Noble M14. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Rover 45, 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, 2003 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Noble M14 | 2003 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Noble | Rover |
| Model | M14 | 45 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
