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Ford Scorpio II (GFR,GGR) 2.9 i 24V (210 Hp)
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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)
II (GFR,GGR) Overview:
Ford Scorpio (II (GFR,GGR)). With 275 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1543 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. The top speed reaches 225 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.9 i 24V (210 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Powerful V6 engine offering strong acceleration and high top speed, suitable for spirited driving and effortless cruising.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is high, typical for a large displacement V6 of its era, making it costly to run, especially in urban environments.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior, ideal for long journeys
- • Smooth ride quality, absorbing road imperfections well
- • Powerful V6 engine options offer strong performance
- • Good value on the used car market for a large executive saloon
- • Rear-wheel drive platform provides balanced handling
Cons:
- • Polarizing 'frog-eye' styling was not universally popular
- • High fuel consumption for the V6 petrol engines
- • Interior technology feels dated compared to modern cars
- • Potential for rust issues on older models
- • Limited Euro NCAP safety data due to production era
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Hatch (GGE): 1993 - 1994).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Scorpio |
| Generation: | II (GFR,GGR) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.9 i 24V (210 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1994 |
| End of production: | 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 210 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 71.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 275 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2935 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 9.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 93 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 72 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.7:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.8 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 225 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.3 kg/Hp, 136.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.6 kg/Nm, 178.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1543 |
| Max. weight: | 2080 |
| Max load: | 537 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 833 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 465 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4878 mm mm |
| Width: | 1875 mm mm |
| Height: | 1388 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2770 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1478 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1495 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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