2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Noble M14
To start off, both 2005 Mazda 6 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 276 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 360 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 Mazda 6, 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 2005 Noble M14 | |
Make | Mazda | Noble |
Model | 6 | M14 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
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 | 119 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1510 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |