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Ford F-Series F-100/F-150 F-Series F-150 IX SuperCab 5.0 V8 (195 Hp) 4x4 Automatic
Overall Rating
Ford F-Series F-100/F-150:
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F-Series F-150 IX SuperCab Overview:
Ford F-Series F-100/F-150 (F-Series F-150 IX SuperCab). All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
5.0 V8 (195 Hp) 4x4 Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Good power for a V8, capable with 4x4, and a smooth automatic transmission, offering a balanced performance.
Fuel Economy
Poor fuel economy, consistent with other V8 4x4 models of the era.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional durability and reliability
- • Strong towing and hauling capabilities
- • Spacious SuperCab interior
- • Wide range of robust engine options
- • Abundant aftermarket parts and support
Cons:
- • Poor fuel economy across all engines
- • Dated interior design and features
- • Firm ride quality, especially unladen
- • Limited modern safety features
- • Large turning radius and handling characteristics
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(F-Series F-150 IX Regular Cab: 1993 - 1995).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | F-Series F-100/F-150 |
| Generation: | F-Series F-150 IX SuperCab |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.0 V8 (195 Hp) 4x4 Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1994 |
| End of production: | 1997 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 5-6 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 195 Hp |
| Power per litre: | 39.5 Hp/l |
| Engine displacement: | 4942 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.7 l |
| Coolant: | 15.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
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| Max. weight: | 2835 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 131-141 l |
| Size: | |
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| Wading depth: | 848 mm |
| Length: | 5565-5977 mm mm [439mm more] |
| Width: | 2007 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1877 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 3531-3937 mm mm [564mm more] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels permanently, and the front wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 235/75 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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