Fords F-150 has been substantially redesigned for 2004. All new exterior styling is accompanied by model line-up, package, and powertrain changes, as well. The 4WD Regular Cabs are available in XL, STX, XLT, and FX4 trims. The standard engine has been upgraded from a 4.2L V-6 to a 4.6L V-8 (with an ...
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Excursion is 7.4 inches longer than a Chevrolet Suburban, 6 inches taller, and 2000 lb heavier. It seats up to nine and offers rear-wheel drive or 4WD that must be disengaged on dry pavement but includes low-range gearing. Gasoline V8 and V10 engines are offered, along with a turbodiesel V8. All eng ...
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Ford Super Duty trucks out-sell the heavy-duty pickups from Chevrolet and Dodge combined. Ford has improved them for 2003. A new 6.0-liter diesel engine brings more power and reduced emissions to the Super Duty line. The standard 5.4-liter V8 gas engine has been revised for quieter and more refined ...
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2-door hatchback; 4 passenger capacity. The GL Sport option trim that was promised last year will show up in 1993. Beyond that theres nothing different with this Korean-built subcompact aimed by Ford of Canada at the budget-minded shopper. The new Sport package offers a rear decklid spoiler, tape st ...
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The 2003 Ford Excursion is an extremely rugged sport utility vehicle with vast storage and passenger space on the inside. Addressing customers desires for a heavier-duty SUV with enhanced towing and cargo capacity, the 2003 Ford Excursion is quite simply a beast of an SUV. Able to power through any ...
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Introduced for 1980, Fords full-size pickups came in three series: F-150 for 1/2-ton capacity; F-250 for 3/4-ton; and F-350 for 1-ton. An F-250 Heavy Duty model also was available. Ford had dropped Flareside trucks with flared rear fenders in 1988, so all F-Series models were called Styleside. The s ...
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The new F-150 has been restyled to give it an aggressive stance and a contemporary aero look. The front end bears little resemblance to previous noses, although the oval Ford logo immediately identifies the truck. The grille opening is changed, the headlights have a new shape, and the lower bumper h ...
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Ford's new-generation Mustang is an amazing blend of the better of two different worlds. It looks very much like the late-‘60s Mustangs that were so popular in their day, while it drives exactly like the fully contemporary performance coupe it is. For 2005 came the ultimate accolade to those much-lo ...
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The 2005 Ford Escape Hybrid is a 4-door, 5-passenger sport-utility, available in two trims, the FWD and the 4WD. The 2005 Ford Escape Hybrid's competitors include the Chevrolet Tracker, the Mitsubishi Outlander, and the Toyota RAV4. Upon introduction, the FWD is equipped with a standard 2.3-liter, I ...
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All new for 2005, the Ford Freestyle is available in eight models-SE, SEL and Limited in 2WD and AWD, all with a standard 3.0L V6 and CVT (Continuously Variable) transmission. Ford is marketing the Freestyle as a crossover vehicle that has many of the features and handling characteristics of a passe ...
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Still rear-wheel drive with its body mounted on a separate frame, the latest Crown Victoria debuted in March 1991. Only a 4-door sedan was offered, in base or LX trim. Mercurys Grand Marquis is similar. Four-wheel disc brakes and a driver-side airbag were standard; antilock braking and a passenger a ...
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The 1997 Econoline cargo van is available in five models - E150, E250, E250 Super, E350 and E350 Super. The super models are cargo extended. The Econoline is being built in Lorain, Ohio with a new standard 4.2LV6, optional; Triton 4.6LV8, Triton and 5.4LV8 engines. For the first time in any cargo va ...
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The Ford F250 SuperCab is available in six models: XL, XLT, and Lariat, in either 2WD or 4WD. The standard transmission has been upgraded from a five-speed to a six-speed manual. Also, all models now come equipped with auxiliary springs that activate under heavy loads. New optional features include ...
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Fords full-size 4-wheel-drive utility vehicle could hold more than 100 cubic feet of cargo or seat six people in a roomy interior. It could also haul as much as 7800 pounds. Essentially a Ford F-Series pickup truck with expanded passenger area and fiberglass rear-roof section, Broncos came only in a ...
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Buyers of the latest model got fresh styling, a new engine--and fewer body-style choices than before. Wheelbase was unchanged at 98.4 inches, but overall length increased nearly four inches. All body panels were new, as was the interior design.Two body styles went on sale initially: a 4-door sedan a ...
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The Econoline cargo van returns for the 1999 model year with minor changes to the interior and exterior. The Econoline cargo van lineup features several engines: 4.2L V6, Triton 4.6L V8, 5.4L V8, 5.4L V8 CNV (Compressed Natural Gas), 6.8L V10 and 7.3L DI Turbo Diesel. These engines do not require a ...
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The Ford Focus comes in a variety of models including the darling 2-door hatchback seen here. There are 4-door sedans in various trim levels and a wagon to round out the selection.
For 1999, the Explorer 4WD is offered in five trim levels: 2-door Sport, XL, XLT, Eddie Bauer and Limited. New fog lamps, reverse sensing system, new front bumper, bodyside molding and revised paint colors are new for 1999. A skid plate package is now optional. The rear load leveling suspension is a ...
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Now offered in a single series line-up only, the Escort ZX2 returns for the 2001 model year with minimal changes to the interior and exterior. These changes include the addition of exterior colors Sunray Gold Metallic and Mineral Grey Metallic. Bright Amber, Citrus Gold and Zinc Yellow are no longer ...
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Fords first front-drive minivan went on sale as an early 1995 model. Windstars came in one size, with a sliding right rear door and a one-piece liftgate. Dual airbags, antilock brakes, and seating for seven were standard. Windstars 120.7-inch wheelbase was the longest of any minivan. At 201 inches o ...
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Thunderbird was restyled in 1989 and became trimmer in its overall dimensions but rides on a wheelbase nine inches longer than before. Also new at that time was a fully independent suspension. Mercurys Cougar is similar, but with different appearance touches. Base and LX editions had a 3.8-liter V6 ...
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For 2006, the E-Series Van returns with little changes. The E- Series is available in XL, XLT, and Chateau trims. The XL and XLT models feature a standard eight-passenger seating configuration, while the Chateau model can seat seven passengers with its first and second row captain's chairs configura ...
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Once you step over the 8,500 GVWR, you get into the realm of the true workhorse. Full-size pickups in this segment have to be versatile, dependable and supremely strong. That pretty much sums up Fords Super Duty lineup for 2004.F-250 models are ¾-ton beasts that have big payloads and plenty of rugge ...
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The Escape returns for 2006 with no major changes after major revisions were made for the 2005 model year. The Escape is available in 10 trim lines: Limited, XLS, XLT 2.3L, XLT 3.0L, and XLT Sport, with either 2WD or 4WD configurations. The Escape compact utility is equipped with a 2.3L engine produ ...
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Ford's compact pickups get only a mild facelift for 2006. Ranger offers regular-cab and extended SuperCab models spanning six trim packages. SuperCabs have two rear fold-down jump seats as standard or optional, depending on trim, and are available with back-hinged rear access doors. Regulars offer 6 ...
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Ford revamps its minivan for 2004, giving it new styling and features, and changing the name from Windstar to Freestar. Mercury gets a version called the Monterey. Freestar comes in a single body length thats similar in size to such rivals as the Toyota Sienna and Dodge Grand Caravan. Freestar comes ...
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The Crown Victoria enters 2005 with no major changes. It is again available in three trims: Base sedan, LX, and LX Sport. Standard equipment on all models includes a 239-hp 4.6L V8 engine, a four-speed automatic transmission, ABS brakes, and power convenience features. The LX trim adds keyless entry ...
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For 2005, Fords pick-up truck returns with only minor changes. Newly designed wheels have been made available, as well as added features to the option packages. The Ranger is available in regular and SuperCab bodystyles, and is several trim levels: XL, XLT, EDGE, FX4, and FX4 Level II. 2WD and 4WD c ...
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For 2001, the Econoline Van is available in five models: E-150, E-250, E-250 Extended, E-350 S/D and E-350 S/D Extended. All models now include driver and passenger air bags, a Deluxe Engine Cover Console, underseat storage, and a rear step bumper. Additional changes include three new exterior color ...
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