2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2003 Noble M14
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type 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. Both 2004 Jaguar S-Type and 2003 Noble M14 are equipped with a 2,968 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M14 (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 523 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, 2003 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar S-Type | 2003 Noble M14 | |
Make | Jaguar | Noble |
Model | S-Type | M14 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2440 mm |