2009 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Noble M14
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Noble M14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Noble M14 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Noble M14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 43 kg more than 2004 Noble M14.
Because 2004 Noble M14 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Noble M14. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (193 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2004 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Honda | Noble |
| Model | Accord | M14 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
