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Thunderbird XI specs

Ford Thunderbird XI 3.9 AJ-30 V8 Convertible

188 kW256 PS252 hp362 Nm2002

petrol · 5-speed automatic · Convertible

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Ford Thunderbird XI
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Power
188 kW 256 PS · 252 hp
Torque
362 Nm 267 lb-ft
Kerb weight
1,712 kg
Length
4,732 mm

A 3.9-litre eight-cylinder petrol engine with 188 kW (256 PS) and 362 Nm of torque powers the Ford Thunderbird XI 3.9 AJ-30 V8 convertible. The Thunderbird XI 3.9 AJ-30 V8 pairs rear-wheel drive with a five-speed automatic transmission.

This is the entry point among the 2 versions of the Thunderbird XI; the range-topping 3.9 AJ35 V8 (209 kW) has 11% more power. In figures, it tips the scales at 1,712 kg and has 149 PS per tonne to work with.

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    Engine

    FuelPetrol
    Displacement3,934 cm³ 3.9 l · 240 cu in
    Cylinders8
    Power188 kW 256 PS · 252 hp
    Torque362 Nm 267 lb-ft

    Transmission

    GearboxAutomatic
    Gears5
    DriveRear-wheel drive

    Dimensions and weight

    Length4,732 mm 186.3 in
    Width1,829 mm 72.0 in
    Height1,323 mm 52.1 in
    Wheelbase2,720 mm 107.1 in
    Kerb weight1,712 kg 3,774 lb

    Production

    Body typeConvertible
    Years2002
    GenerationThunderbird XI (2002–2005)

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