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Ford Escort ZX 2 Sport

General information

ModelFord Escort ZX 2 Sport
Year1996
Rating56.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1988 ccm (121.31 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1988 ccm (121.31 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power132.5 PS (97 kW or 131 HP) at 5750 Rev. per min.
Max torque172.00 Nm (17.5 kgf-m or 126.9 ft.lbs) at 4250 Rev. per min.
Compression9.6:1
Bore x stroke84.8 x 88.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed164.0 km/h (101.9 mph)
0-60 miles8.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1153 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3930 litres (1,038 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1152 kg (2,539.7 pounds)
Overall length4460 mm (175.6 inches)
Overall width1720 mm (67.7 inches)
Overall height1330 mm (52.4 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2510 mm (98.8 inches)
Fuel capacity48.0 litres (12.68 gallons)
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