2002 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Lexus Minority Report
To start off, both 2002 Audi A8 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 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 86 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus Minority Report should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus Minority Report weights approximately 232 kg more than 2002 Audi A8. 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, 2002 Audi A8, 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (280 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus Minority Report will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A8 | 2002 Lexus Minority Report | |
Make | Audi | Lexus |
Model | A8 | Minority Report |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 417 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1742 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2680 mm |