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Ford F-Series F-100/F-150 F-Series F-150 XI SuperCrew 5.4 V8 Triton (300 Hp) Automatic
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Ford F-Series F-100/F-150:
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F-Series F-150 XI SuperCrew Overview:
Ford F-Series F-100/F-150 (F-Series F-150 XI SuperCrew). With 495 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2395 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
5.4 V8 Triton (300 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 5.4L Triton V8 provides robust power and torque, making it excellent for heavy towing, hauling, and confident highway merging. Performance is strong for a truck of this size.
Fuel Economy
As expected for a large V8 truck, fuel economy is a significant drawback, with high consumption in both urban and extra-urban driving conditions.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious SuperCrew cabin for passengers and gear
- • Robust V8 engine options for strong towing and hauling
- • Durable and rugged construction for demanding use
- • Iconic styling and strong market presence
- • Available 4x4 for enhanced off-road and all-weather capability
Cons:
- • Poor fuel economy across all V8 engine options
- • Ride quality can be firm and truck-like
- • Large size can make maneuvering and parking challenging
- • Known issues with 5.4L Triton engine (cam phasers, spark plugs)
- • Interior materials are functional but not luxurious
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(F-Series F-150 X Regular Cab: 2001 - 2004).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | F-Series F-100/F-150 |
| Generation: | F-Series F-150 XI SuperCrew |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.4 V8 Triton (300 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2004 |
| End of production: | July, 2008 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 5-6 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 300 Hp @ 5000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 55.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 495 Nm @ 3750 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 5408 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 3 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC, VCT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.6 l |
| Coolant: | 19.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 90.17 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 105.92 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8 kg/Hp, 125.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.8 kg/Nm, 206.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2395 |
| Max. weight: | 3198 |
| Max load: | 803 |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 4309 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 114 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5690 mm mm |
| Width: | 2004 mm mm |
| Height: | 1867 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 3518 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1702 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1702 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 13.7 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 | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 330 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 348 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 235/70 R17; 265/60 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 17; 18 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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