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Ford Falcon XR 8

General information

ModelFord Falcon XR 8
Year2000
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating54 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4942 ccm (301.56 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4942 ccm (301.56 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power271.70 PS (200 kW or 268 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque420.00 Nm (42.8 kgf-m or 309.8 ft.lbs) at 3750 Rev. per min.
Compression9.1:1
Bore x stroke101.6 x 76.2 mm (4.0 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlPushrod/overhead valve (OHV)
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-60 miles7.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2093 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1298 kg (2,861.6 pounds)
Overall length4910 mm (193.3 inches)
Overall width1880 mm (74.0 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Wheelbase2800 mm (110.2 inches)
Fuel capacity68.0 litres (17.97 gallons)
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