2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Noble M14
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Noble M14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Noble M14 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1706 kg more than 2005 Noble M14.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2005 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Ford | Noble |
| Model | F-150 | M14 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2440 mm |
