2005 Mazda Carol vs. 2004 Noble M14
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Noble M14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Noble M14 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Noble M14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Noble M14 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Noble M14. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2004 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Carol | 2004 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Mazda | Noble |
| Model | Carol | M14 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
