2002 Lexus Minority Report vs. 2003 Tata Safari

To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus Minority Report. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus Minority Report 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 142 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus Minority Report should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 298 kg more than 2002 Lexus Minority Report.

Because 2003 Tata Safari 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, 2003 Tata Safari 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus Minority Report will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari. 2002 Lexus Minority Report has automatic transmission and 2003 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2003 Tata Safari 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:

2002 Lexus Minority Report 2003 Tata Safari
Make Lexus Tata
Model Minority Report Safari
Year Released 2002 2003
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 1948 cc
Horse Power 277 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5530 RPM
Torque 417 Nm 181 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1742 kg 2040 kg
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2660 mm


 

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