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Ford Taurus SHO

General information

ModelFord Taurus SHO
Year1996
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating58 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3392 ccm (206.98 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement3392 ccm (206.98 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power238.30 PS (175 kW or 235 HP) at 6100 Rev. per min.
Max torque312.00 Nm (31.8 kgf-m or 230.1 ft.lbs) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke82.5 x 79.5 mm (3.2 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-50 miles5.5 seconds
0-60 miles7.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1497 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4720 litres (1,247 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (464.6 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 295 mm
Rear brakesDisks, 257 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1592 kg (3,509.8 pounds)
Overall length5040 mm (198.4 inches)
Overall width1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2760 mm (108.7 inches)
Fuel capacity61.0 litres (16.12 gallons)
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