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Ford Scorpio I (GAE,GGE) 2.5 D (69 Hp)
Overall Rating
Ford Scorpio:
The Ford Scorpio is an executive car that was produced by Ford Germany from 1985 to 1998. It was the replacement for the European Ford Granada line. Like its predecessor, the Scorpio was targeted at the executive car market. A variant known as the Merkur Scorpio was sold briefly on the North American market during the late 1980s. While Ford's Taurus was of a similar size, Ford maintained the need for two parallel cars – while Scorpio buyers valued high-speed stability, a tight turning radius, and a sizable rear seat, American buyers had other requirements....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (GAE,GGE) Overview:
Ford Scorpio (I (GAE,GGE)). With 148 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1260 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 19.4 s). The top speed reaches 158 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.5 D (69 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A very basic diesel, offering minimal performance but excellent fuel economy, best suited for relaxed driving.
Fuel Economy
Exceptional fuel economy for its class, making it the most economical choice for long-distance, budget-conscious drivers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior
- • Smooth V6 engine options
- • Good ride quality
- • Available 4x4 for enhanced traction
- • Large boot space
Cons:
- • Dated styling by later standards
- • Some engines can be thirsty
- • Limited safety features compared to modern cars
- • Rust can be an issue on older models
- • Handling not as sporty as some rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (GAE,GGE): 1985 - 1986).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Scorpio |
| Generation: | I (GAE,GGE) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 D (69 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1986 |
| End of production: | 1992 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 69 Hp @ 4200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 27.6 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 148 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | STR More details about the engine STR |
| Engine displacement: | 2499 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| 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: | 5.6 l |
| Coolant: | 11 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 19.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 19.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 158 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 18.3 kg/Hp, 54.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.5 kg/Nm, 117.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 18.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1260 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4744 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1766 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1450 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2761 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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