2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2003 Noble M14
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M14 (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 686 kg more than 2003 Noble M14.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Noble M14. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (305 Nm). This means 2003 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2003 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Noble |
| Model | Colorado | M14 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2440 mm |
