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Ford Sportka

General information

ModelFord Sportka
Year2004
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving7.6 litres/100 km (30.95 miles per gallon)
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power95.00 PS (70 kW or 94 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque135.00 Nm (13.8 kgf-m or 99.6 ft.lbs) at 4250 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke82.1 x 75.5 mm (3.2 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed174.0 km/h (108.1 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0932 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)
Cargo space186 litres (49 gallons)
Optional cargo space724 litres (191 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (437.0 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1019 kg (2,246.5 pounds)
Max weight with load1300 kg (2,866.0 pounds)
Overall length3660 mm (144.1 inches)
Overall width1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Wheelbase2490 mm (98.0 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)

Other specifications

Service interval20,000 km
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