2002 Acura MDX vs. 2002 Lexus Minority Report

To start off, both 2002 Acura MDX and 2002 Lexus Minority Report were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus Minority Report (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus Minority Report should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 228 kg more than 2002 Lexus Minority Report.

Because 2002 Acura MDX 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, 2002 Acura MDX 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus Minority Report will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura MDX 2002 Lexus Minority Report
Make Acura Lexus
Model MDX Minority Report
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3470 cc 2999 cc
Horse Power 238 HP 277 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 417 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1970 kg 1742 kg
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2680 mm


 

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