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Ford Sierra Sedan II 2.9 i (145 Hp)
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Ford Sierra:
The Ford Sierra is a mid-size/large family car manufactured and marketed by Ford of Europe from 1982–1993. It was launched as a three-door or five-door liftback or a five-door estate car, with a car-derived van variant added in 1984 and the four-door Sierra Sapphire saloon car introduced in 1987 when the range was facelifted. The engine is mounted in the front with rear-wheel drive on most models and four-wheel drive on certain models.
It was designed by Uwe Bahnsen, Robert Lutz and Patrick Le Quément, and was noted for its aerodynamic styling. It has a drag coefficient of 0. 34, a significant improvement over its predecessors. The Sierra debuted at the 1982 British International Motor Show in Birmingham, then appeared at the 1982 Paris Salon de l'Automobile. Sales began on 15 October 1982, replacing the Ford Taunus TC3 and Ford Cortina Mark V. The Sierra's aerodynamic styling and the initial absence of a saloon alienated many conservative buyers, including company car drivers....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Sedan II Overview:
Ford Sierra (Sedan II). All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. 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 (145 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most powerful engine in the lineup, offering strong acceleration and effortless highway cruising, transforming the Sierra's character.
Fuel Economy
Naturally, this V6 is the thirstiest option, but provides a significant performance boost for the compromise.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Aerodynamic design for its era
- • Comfortable ride quality
- • Wide range of engine options
- • Spacious interior for a family car
- • Good reliability for petrol engines
- • Rear-wheel drive handling
Cons:
- • Dated safety features by modern standards
- • Some engines are underpowered
- • Older automatic transmissions can be sluggish
- • Rust can be an issue on older models
- • Interior plastics feel cheap on base models
- • Diesel engines are very slow (non-turbo)
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Hatchback II: 1987 - 1993).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Sierra |
| Generation: | Sedan II |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.9 i (145 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1988 |
| End of production: | 1993 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 145 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | B4B, B4C More details about the engine B4B, B4C |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.25 l |
| Coolant: | 8.5 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4467 mm mm [42mm more] |
| Width: | 1698 mm mm [4mm more] |
| Height: | 1407 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2608 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1452 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1468 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| 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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