2002 Lexus Minority Report vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 6 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus Minority Report (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus Minority Report should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 43 kg more than 2002 Lexus Minority Report.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (350 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus Minority Report will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus Minority Report | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Minority Report | CLK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3498 cc |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
