NOTE :
Company has stopped manufacturing this model
The Ford Escort 1.8 was ranked the highest in the J.D. Power and
Associates 1997 Indian Customer Satisfaction Study. It was also voted
the Best Quality Car in the J.D. Power India Initial Quality Study.
A perfect combination of unmatched fuel economy and outstanding luxury,
its engine emits a very low noise and an equally low vibration. The Ford
Escort is powered by a 1.8 liter, new-generation, 8 valve diesel engine.
Designed on the principles of Ford Dynamic Safety Engineering, it
ensures that the car manages impact more efficiently, leaving the
occupants protected.
Its CFC free air-conditioning, CD compatible Stereo system, tachometer,
power steering, remote boot release, and front and rear power windows
provides an ample degree of comfort once you step inside the car.
The Ford Escort has two models - the Ford Escort ORION(Diesel), and the
Ford Escort ALPHA(Petrol).
| TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS OF FORD ESCORT |
| Dimensions |
| Length |
4295 mm |
| Width |
1700 mm |
| Height |
1421 mm |
| Trunk Capacity |
490 Litres |
| Kerb Weight |
1160 Kg |
| Ground Clearance |
195 mm |
| Wheel Base |
2525 mm |
|
| Power |
| Type |
1.8 Litre new generation - 8 valve Diesel
Engine |
| Piston Displacement |
1753 cc |
| Max. Power |
60 bhp @ 4800 rpm |
| Max. Torque |
11.2 kg-m @ 2500 rpm |
|
| Gears |
| 5 forward plus reverse |
|
| Suspension |
| Front |
Ind. suspension with McPherson Strut &
anti roll |
| Rear |
Twist Beam with MacPherson Strut |
|
| Steering |
| Type |
Fixed ratio - rack & pinion |
| Turning Radius |
5 Mts. |
|
| Brakes |
| Front |
Disc |
| Rear |
Drum |
|
| Tyres |
| Tyres |
175 / 80R 13 |
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