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Ford Escort VI (GAL) RS 2000 4x4 (150 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 (GAL) Overview:
Ford Escort (VI (GAL)). A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
RS 2000 4x4 (150 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The ultimate blend of performance and all-weather capability for the RS 2000 line, offering superb grip.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is secondary; expect higher consumption due to performance and the 4x4 system.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Wide range of engine choices, from economical to high-performance
- • Good handling, especially in sportier variants
- • Practical and spacious for its class
- • Affordable to buy and maintain (non-Cosworth models)
- • Strong enthusiast following for RS and Cosworth models
Cons:
- • Interior quality can be basic and dated by modern standards
- • Some base engines are underpowered
- • Dated safety features compared to modern vehicles
- • Prone to rust, especially in older examples
- • High insurance and running costs for performance variants
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(V Cabrio (ALL): 1992 - 1992).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Escort |
| Generation: | VI (GAL) |
| Modification (Engine): | RS 2000 4x4 (150 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1993 |
| End of production: | 1995 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 150 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | N7A More details about the engine N7A |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 7.5 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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