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Ford Escort VI Turnier (GAL) 1.8 D (60 Hp)
Overall Rating
Ford Escort:
The Ford Escort is a small family car that was manufactured by Ford of Europe from 1968 until 2004. In total, the six generations were spread across three basic platforms: the original, rear-wheel-drive Mk. 1/Mk. 2 , the "Erika" front-wheel-drive Mk. 3/Mk. 4 , and the final CE-14 Mk. 5/Mk. 6 version. Its successor, the Ford Focus, was released in 1998, but the final generation of Escort was phased out gradually, with the panel van version ending production in 2002 in favour of the Ford Transit Connect....(Read more on Wikipedia)
VI Turnier (GAL) Overview:
Ford Escort (VI Turnier (GAL)). With 110 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1150 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 18.6 s). The top speed reaches 150 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.8 D (60 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A very basic, naturally aspirated diesel. Performance is sluggish, suitable only for very relaxed driving.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel economy is the main selling point, making it cheap to run despite its lack of power.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Practical and spacious estate body style
- • Good fuel economy from diesel engines
- • Affordable to buy and maintain
- • Simple, robust mechanicals (for some engines)
- • Large boot capacity for its class
Cons:
- • Dated design and interior quality
- • Below-average Euro NCAP safety rating
- • Some petrol engines lack refinement and power
- • Road noise and ride comfort can be average
- • Prone to rust in older models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(V Turnier (GAL,AVL): 1991 - 1992).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Escort |
| Generation: | VI Turnier (GAL) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 D (60 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1992 |
| End of production: | 1995 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 60 Hp @ 4800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 34.2 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 110 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | RTE, RTF, RTH More details about the engine RTE, RTF, RTH |
| Engine displacement: | 1753 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5 l |
| Coolant: | 9.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 82 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 21.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 18.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 18.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 150 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 19.2 kg/Hp, 52.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10.5 kg/Nm, 95.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 17.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1150 |
| Max. weight: | 1650 |
| Max load: | 500 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 860 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 460 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4268 mm mm |
| Width: | 1690 mm mm |
| Height: | 1410 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2525 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1440 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1462 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 175/70 R13 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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