2005 Noble M14 vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Noble M14 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Forester 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 272 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Noble M14.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Noble M14. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester. 2003 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2005 Noble M14 has manual transmission. 2005 Noble M14 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Noble M14 | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Noble | Subaru |
| Model | M14 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
