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 149 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (128 HP @ 6600 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 602 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 2002 Lexus Minority Report 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 2002 Lexus Minority Report. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic, 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, 2002 Lexus Minority Report (417 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 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 | 1750 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 417 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1742 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |