2007 Audi RS4 vs. 2003 Noble M14
To start off, 2007 Audi RS4 is newer by 4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Noble M14. (396 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Noble M14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi RS4 weights approximately 500 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.
Because 2007 Audi RS4 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, 2007 Audi RS4 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi RS4. (431 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi RS4 | 2003 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Audi | Noble |
| Model | RS4 | M14 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
