2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Noble M14
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 Noble M14. (396 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Noble M14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 301 kg more than 2003 Noble M14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Noble M14. (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Noble M14.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Noble M14 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Noble |
Model | Corvette | M14 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |