2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Noble M14
To start off, 2005 Noble M14 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Noble M14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Noble M14.
Because 2005 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 2005 Noble M14. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, 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, 2005 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Ford | Noble |
| Model | Focus | M14 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
