1996 Honda Today vs. 2002 Lexus Minority Report
To start off, 2002 Lexus Minority Report is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2002 Lexus Minority Report is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus Minority Report (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus Minority Report should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus Minority Report weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lexus Minority Report. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 2002 Lexus Minority Report (417 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus Minority Report will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 2002 Lexus Minority Report has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus Minority Report will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 2002 Lexus Minority Report | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Today | Minority Report |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 417 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1742 kg |