2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Noble M14
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1518 kg more than 2005 Noble M14.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram. 2007 Dodge Ram 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. 2007 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2005 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Dodge | Noble |
| Model | Ram | M14 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2668 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2440 mm |
