2006 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Noble M14
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 3 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. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M14 (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 124 kg more than 2003 Noble M14.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Noble M14. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2003 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2003 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Acura | Noble |
| Model | MDX | M14 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
