2004 Buick Regal vs. 2002 Lexus Minority Report

To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 2 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus Minority Report (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus Minority Report should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus Minority Report weights approximately 144 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal. 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, 2004 Buick Regal, 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Regal. (388 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus Minority Report will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Regal.

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