2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2003 Noble M14
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 396 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 595 kg more than 2003 Noble M14.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Noble M14. (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Noble M14.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 2003 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Noble |
| Model | CTS | M14 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
