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Ford Windstar II 3.8 V6 (200 Hp) Automatic
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Ford Windstar:
The Ford Windstar is a minivan that was produced and sold by Ford from the 1995 to 2007 model years. The second minivan line designed by Ford, the Windstar moved closer in line to the design of the Chrysler minivans. The successor of the Ford Aerostar, the model line adopted front-wheel drive and a "two-box" body design. Three generations of the model line were produced, with the final generation taking on the Ford Freestar nameplate.
Unrelated to the Nissan-developed Mercury Villager, the Windstar was marketed without a Lincoln-Mercury counterpart. Coinciding with the introduction of the Ford Freestar for 2004, Mercury introduced its first Ford-produced minivan in a revival of the Mercury Monterey nameplate....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Ford Windstar (II). With 325 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1690 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 175 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
The Ford Windstar II was primarily sold in North America and was not tested by Euro NCAP. It received favorable ratings from US safety organizations like NHTSA and IIHS for its time, offering standard safety features such as ABS.
3.8 V6 (200 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 3.8L Essex V6 provides ample power (200 Hp) and strong torque (325 Nm) for a minivan, ensuring confident acceleration and comfortable highway cruising, even when fully loaded. The 4-speed automatic transmission, while dated, delivers smooth shifts.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is typical for a large V6 minivan of its era, with urban consumption at 13.8 l/100 km and extra-urban at 10 l/100 km. It's not particularly efficient by modern standards but acceptable for its class and size.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and versatile interior for families
- • Comfortable and smooth ride quality
- • Strong V6 engine provides adequate power for its class
- • Large cargo capacity with removable rear seats
- • Good value on the used market
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption, especially in urban driving
- • Some historical concerns regarding automatic transmission reliability (though improved in later models)
- • Handling can feel somewhat ponderous and unengaging
- • Dated interior design and features compared to newer rivals
- • Limited safety technology by modern standards
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 1995 - 1996).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Windstar |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.8 V6 (200 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2001 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 200 Hp @ 4900 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 52.7 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 325 Nm @ 3600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Essex More details about the engine Essex |
| Engine displacement: | 3797 |
| 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: | OHV |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 11.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 96.8 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.3:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | LEV |
| Maximum speed: | 175 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.5 kg/Hp, 118.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.2 kg/Nm, 192.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1690 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 3947 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 852 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1588 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 98 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5125 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1915 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1790 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 3066 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1640 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1600 mm |
| 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 | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/75 R15; 215/70 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 15; 6.5J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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