2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2002 Lexus Minority Report

To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 7 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus Minority Report (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus Minority Report should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus Minority Report weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus Minority Report will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Charger 2002 Lexus Minority Report
Make Dodge Lexus
Model Charger Minority Report
Year Released 2009 2002
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3518 cc 2999 cc
Horse Power 250 HP 277 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 417 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1692 kg 1742 kg
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2680 mm


 

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