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Ford Taurus IV Station Wagon 3.0 V6 24V (201 Hp) Automatic
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Ford Taurus:
The Ford Taurus is an automobile that was manufactured and marketed by the Ford Motor Company in the United States from 1985 to 2019. From 1985 to 2009, Ford marketed the Taurus alongside its rebadged variant, the Mercury Sable. Four generations of the high-performance version were also manufactured from 1988-1999 and 2009-2019.
The original Taurus was a milestone for Ford and the American automotive industry, as the first automobile at Ford designed and manufactured using the statistical process control ideas brought to Ford by W. Edwards Deming, a prominent statistician consulted by Ford to bring a "culture of quality" to the enterprise. The Taurus had an influential design that introduced new features and innovations....(Read more on Wikipedia)
IV Station Wagon Overview:
Ford Taurus (IV Station Wagon). With 281 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1588 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.0 V6 24V (201 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Essentially the same robust Duratec V6 as the 200 Hp version, this engine delivers smooth and strong power, ensuring the wagon feels capable and less strained under various driving conditions.
Fuel Economy
Fuel efficiency is comparable to the 200 Hp Duratec, providing a reasonable balance between power and economy for a large family wagon.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior, especially for families
- • Smooth and compliant ride quality
- • Reliable base Vulcan V6 engine
- • Good value on the used market
- • Large cargo capacity with rear seats folded
Cons:
- • Uninspired exterior styling (subjective)
- • Average fuel economy, particularly with the base engine
- • Handling is soft and not engaging
- • Some interior plastics feel cheap
- • Duratec V6 can have more complex maintenance needs
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV: 2000 - 2003).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Taurus |
| Generation: | IV Station Wagon |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 V6 24V (201 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 201 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 67.7 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 281 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Duratec 30 [Same engine] More details about the engine Duratec 30 |
| Engine displacement: | 2967 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.2 l |
| Coolant: | 10 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.9 kg/Hp, 126.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.7 kg/Nm, 177 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1588 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2302 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 68 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5022 mm mm [3mm more] |
| Width: | 1855 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Height: | 1468 mm mm [43mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2757 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Front track: | 1566 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1570 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.1 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 215/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Wishbone |
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