2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Noble M14
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Noble M14 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 259 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 161 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, 2005 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) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Ford | Noble |
| Model | Focus | M14 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
