2003 Noble M14 vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Noble M14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Noble M14 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M14 (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 688 kg more than 2003 Noble M14.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Noble M14. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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, 2003 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80. 2010 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2003 Noble M14 has manual transmission. 2003 Noble M14 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Noble M14 | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Noble | Volvo |
| Model | M14 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2835 mm |
