2000 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Lexus Minority Report

To start off, 2002 Lexus Minority Report is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic 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 169 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus Minority Report should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus Minority Report weights approximately 582 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2000 Honda Civic 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus Minority Report will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Honda Civic 2002 Lexus Minority Report
Make Honda Lexus
Model Civic Minority Report
Year Released 2000 2002
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1493 cc 2999 cc
Horse Power 108 HP 277 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 417 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 1742 kg
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2680 mm


 

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