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Ford Contour SVT

General information

ModelFord Contour SVT
Year1998
Rating47.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2544 ccm (155.23 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2544 ccm (155.23 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power197.70 PS (145 kW or 195 HP) at 6625 Rev. per min.
Max torque224.00 Nm (22.8 kgf-m or 165.2 ft.lbs) at 5625 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke82.4 x 79.5 mm (3.2 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed225.0 km/h (139.8 mph)
0-60 miles6.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1401 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3960 litres (1,046 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (448.8 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1411 kg (3,110.7 pounds)
Overall length2710 mm (106.7 inches)
Overall width2710 mm (106.7 inches)
Overall height1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2730 mm (107.5 inches)
Fuel capacity54.0 litres (14.27 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new USD22920
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