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Ford Figo

Ford brand that entered the Indian market in 1997, sure took its own sweet time in bringing a sub-5 lakh rupee hatchback. The Figo – a crucial product for the American giant – was eventually launched in 2010 and, importantly, at a VFM price tag. The Figo wears the same size footprint as most other hatchbacks from the segment. Owners found the looks to be inoffensive, the type that will please all and excite none. They are also quick to add that the neutral design lacks the quirkiness of many rivals. However, there is no doubt that the Figo wears dated clothes & doesn’t feel
as modern as other recent launches. Case in point: the low waistline that is reminiscent of the 1990′s. No surprise there, as the car is based on the Mark V Fiesta, a platform discontinued in most other countries. The rear end design is identical to that of the erstwhile Ford Fusion.The Ford Figo sits much lower than the tall boy hatchbacks, an aspect that can negatively affect ingress /egress to the elderly (or those with bad backs). All of our reviewers gave top marks to the build quality and construction.
The Figo feels solid as European cars generally do, though some inconsistent / large panel gaps are evident. Owners comment that the interior design is functional and straight-forward. Many of the interior bits & pieces are shared with
the Ford Fiesta (sedan). The plastics are of decent quality; they are hard to the touch, yet feel durable nevertheless. Overall interior fit & finish is above average. Thanks to the generous glass area, the Figo feels airy on the inside. Plus, the respectable wheelbase length leads to adequate space for 4 adults. Room at the front is good, while the seat
adjustment (fore & aft) has a long travel range. Just as in the Ikon, the glovebox is positioned further into the dash, releasing a substantial amount of knee room to the front passenger. Our reviews indicate that space at the back is sufficient for 2 adults, and legroom is better than most of its competitors (save for the Indica). Further, the Figo’s wide body style liberates superb shoulder room. As is expected from Ford, the driving position is spot-on. The driver has a clean all round view, the steering is perfectly positioned and all other controls fall easily to hand. Negative points are given to the left-hand-drive orientation of the control stalks (wiper on the right and lights on the left). The interiors are practical enough with a good number of cubby holes & storage spots. There’s also the 284 liter boot which is amongst the largest from this segment. Unfortunately, as a measure of cost cutting, the rear seat doesn’t have a 50:50 split (it can fold away entirely when needed). The Figo’s air-conditioner is a chiller and has been rated as the best in the segment. The top variant is equipped with an ABS + EBD braking system, front airbags, front power windows, driver’s seat height adjustment, 4 speaker MP3 / AUX / Bluetooth sound system, electric mirrors, keyless entry and rear wash & wipe. On the flip side, rear power windows (especially), tilt-adjustable steering, alloy wheels and climate control are missing from the equipment list. The engine of choice is the Fiesta-sourced TDCi diesel. This 1.4 liter power plant is rated at 68 BHP (@ 4,000 rpm) and 160 NM of torque (@ 2,000 rpm). Owners raved about the in-city driveability of the Figo; it is completely lacking in turbolag and is thus responsive even at 1,500 rpms! This key advantage makes the Figo diesel much better to drive within the city than its 1.3 Fiat MJD powered competitors (including the Swift). Throttle response at low speeds is excellent, while the engine feels immensely tractable. Mid-range performance is acceptable too, though highway capability is below average. The 1.4 diesel simply does not have any top end punch. Performance is acceptable up to 100 – 120 kph, but poor afterward. The engine is limited by its humble power output, and hence, overtaking on the highway needs to be a carefully planned activity. The Figo diesel is more suited to sedate cruising rather than an enthusiastic driving style on the expressway. Refinement levels under normal driving conditions are par for the course, though the diesel can get noisy when made to work hard. The lesser impressive engine is the petrol alternative. The 1.2 liter unit is rated at 70 BHP (@ 6,250 rpms) and 102 NM of max torque (4,000 rpm). The outright power and torque ratings are lower than direct competitors. Owners report that performance is pedestrian. The in-city driveability is just okay, but pales in comparison to its superior Japanese / Korean competition on the open road. The 1.2 petrol has a free-revving nature right up to 5,500 rpms, after which ogress is slow. Refinement levels of the petrol are significantly below segment benchmarks too. Either engine will struggle on steep inclines with a full load of passengers. The short-throw gearbox is smooth enough and has a positive slotting action. The Figo has an
outstanding balance between ride quality & road handling. The suspension is sufficiently compliant, and will keep occupants comfortable over most road conditions. Our reviewers add that it does have a firm edge to itself, a trait that is especially noticeable at low speeds and bumpy roads. As the speedometer needle climbs, the suspension becomes
more absorbent. On the highway, the Figo’s planted nature enhances comfort levels. The driver is well rewarded with a fantastic steering and top class dynamics. The hydraulic steering wheel is direct and offers excellent feedback. Grip levels are strong, with the Figo feeling greatly chuckable around fast corners. Body roll is well controlled with the
chassis exuding balance. High speed stability is “big-car-like” making the Figo feel stable at even 140 kph. The ABS assisted brakes received average ratings for feel and effectiveness. Our reviewers felt they could use more “bite”. The brakes aren’t outstanding, but will do the job. Note that the ABS-equipped variant receives larger front disc brakes & rear drums.

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Scion xa

Scion xA is a compact car which was sold in the United States. The car is based on the first generation Toyota Vitz hatchback and also shares the main parts with the Toyota Platz sedan. The xA features stiffer suspension, bigger brakes, and rear stabilizer bars compared to the Toyota Echo. When the car was first sold in California, it proved to be slow selling model which doused Toyota’s enthusiasm to further promote the car in the American market. The xA featured a 1.5 L DOHC I4 engine which generated 108 hp and a torque of 105 ft-lb at 4500 rpm. The car has a drag coefficient of 0.31 and can reach 60mph from start in 9.4 seconds. The car has a fuel economy rating of 32 mpg /38 mpg for manual and automatic transmission respectively.

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Abarth 500

For such a small car there’s a lot of attention and fuss being given to the 500 Abarth So why all the fuss for what essentially looks like a Fiat 500 with a red stripe and some flash alloy wheels? Well, for one thing it’s more than that: it’s supercar like performance wrapped in a super-mini’s funky little body.

Fiat’s new 500 has been one of the more unique looking super-minis on the road since the Italian manufacturer resurrected the model number in 2007. With its quirky, cute and fun styling it won a league of devoted followers. As if to capitalise on the 500′s popularity with the younger market, Fiat will be unleashing the new 500 Abarth into a hungry market in 2009.

There will be only 1,500 of the Abarth 500s on available in the UK and they’re likely to be snapped up no sooner than their wheels have touched dealer forecourts, so why all the fuss? How can what’s essentially a jumped-up student’s car get a standing ovation at the Goodwood Festival of Speed while running along with Astons and Maseratis?

Well, it’s far more than a jumped-up students car. Sure, from the outside the Abarth 500 looks near-identical to the standard Fiat 500, albeit one with an odd yet strangely appealing paint job. The real difference lies under that bonnet with the Abarth scorpion painted on it almost as a warning. The standard Fiat 500 will kick out 69bhp, the Abarth offers 135bhp and straps it to an equally beefed-up chassis so that the ride is thrilling and controlled rather than a terrifying ordeal in a tin can.

The Abarth 500′s improved chassis is matched with steering that betters the original’s, softer rear springs and heightened grip. Then there’s a ‘Sport’ button that sharpens it up even further and gives endless amounts of driver delight.

With its Alfa Romeo gear box and clutch stolen from its big-brother Punto, the Abarth 500 is capable of powerful statistics, a max speed of 127mph and 0-60 in 7.9 seconds. Ok, so these aren’t supercar stats but when you consider that you’ll be attaining these figures in something so small and tight it’s like a go-cart with a jet engine, you begin to see why the smiles are so large. Not only that, but it retains the original 500′s practicality.

You can trek the Abarth 500 around town and expect just a little over 33mpg. Its heightened steering and handling prowess means it’s even more of a doddle to park and when the lights go green and the traffic clears, it’s going to pull away a damn-site faster than most over cars there too while managing to grab a few smiles from onlookers as it is, still, a cute little motor.

What Abarth have done with the 500 is a take a car that’s considered cute and cuddly and given it a powerful bark while somehow retaining all its original charms, all for a little over 13k. A huge feat and that’s why the Abarth 500 is proving such a desirable car.

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Bmw M5 Engine performance

* 4,999 cc 5.0 liters V 10 front engine with 92.0 mm bore, 75.2 mm stroke, 12.0 compression ratio, double overhead cam, variable valve timing/camshaft and four valves per cylinder S85/5.0
* Premium unleaded fuel 91 and petrol
* Fuel consumption: EPA 08 city (mpg): 11, highway (mpg): 17, combined (mpg): 13, 387 and 240
* Multi-point injection fuel system
* 18.5 gallon main premium unleaded fuel tank 15.4
* Power: 373 kW , 500 HP SAE @ 7,750 rpm; 383 ft lb , 520 Nm @ 6,100 rpm

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pontiac firebird

When you got that vintage Firebird, you probably never thought about the auto parts that you will need for it. These are important things that you need to know about these auto parts and where to get them.

When you start looking for parts for your Firebird, you may have to go to places that are not as common as you would look for any other parts. These are the Junk yards and farmer fields in the area. You can find a lot of auto parts in a field if you are willing to look for them and climb though them.

Going to a farmer for your Auto parts are not always the best things and the best talk to have with these people. Many collected the cars for their own purposes and are not so ready to give them up. You may also encounter a person that has a sentimental value on the auto parts and the cars in his field. You can get them to sell it to you if you are willing to work with them and give them a decent amount of money for their vehicle.

You can look at vintage auto parts suppliers too. These people will be more then willing to help you find the right parts for your auto parts needs and may even make a part just for you and your vehicle in the end. They also may be able to point you in the right direction so that you can find the auto parts that you may need and at a price that you can afford. This can be hard to do if the auto part is especially hard to find any where else.

Take the time to find the good auto parts for your firebird because if you don’t you may have a really hard time getting them later. You can always look in the places that seem like they should be odd limits to you. It’s risky but it will help you in the long run to find the auto parts that you may need for your firebird. You can also buy a car that doesn’t run, but you are able to take parts off of so that you can keep any parts that may seem hard to find. You should make sure that you have a place to put the other car though. That way you won’t get into trouble.

Land Rover LR4

* Engine: 5.0L V 8 double overhead cam with VVT ( 11.5 :1 compression ratio ; four valves per cylinder)
* Fuel: premium unleaded ( 91 octane)
* Fuel consumption: city= 12 (mpg); highway= 17 (mpg); combined= 14 (mpg); vehicle range: 319 miles
* Gasoline direct injection fuel system
* 22.8 gallon fuel tank
* Power: 375 HP ( 280 kW) @ 6,500 rpm; 375 ft lb of torque ( 508 Nm) @ 3,500 rpm

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Opel Corsa specs

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Europe’s much-awaited fuel-efficient small hatch, the Corsa OPC from General Motors’ Opel European brand will roll out in markets across the continent anytime this month. The Opel Corsa OPC made its world debut at the 77th annual Geneva International Motor Show early this March and dubbed as the “most powerful Corsa ever”. Why? Because it is equipped with a 1.6-liter turbo engine capable of pumping out 192 horsepower (141 kW) and produces 169 pound-feet (230 Nm) amount of peak torque, combine with a six-speed manual gearbox powering its front wheels. Acceleration from zero to 62 mph can be achieved in 7.2 seconds with an electronically controlled top speed of 139 mph. Upgrading with GM power programmer can boost the Corsa OPC’s performance.

General Motors Corp. has a very high expectation for this vehicle in terms of sales due to the rapidly growing consumer demands for fuel-efficient small cars in Europe and in the United States. Does it mean that General Motors would also bring the Corsa OPC to U.S. showrooms?

No. According to a report from the San Francisco online (www.sfgate.com), General Motors’ Opel division will not bring the Corsa OPC in the U.S. anytime soon. This is because of some economic factors like the different range of gas prices in Europe and United States. In an interview with Robert Lutz, Vice Chairman for Global Product Development of General Motors Corporation, he said: “Europe and the United States are two different worlds. We could sell the OPC here (Europe) and make money because gasoline is near $6 a gallon. If we had $6 gasoline in the United States, we could sell it there at a profit, too.”

“But it is unlikely that Americans would buy a little car at $30,000 when they are paying $2.50 for gasoline. We need $6 gasoline in the United States to make sense of the Corsa OPC in that market.” he added.

Lutz was also asked if they will bring the other GM branded European fuel efficient models in the US. and said: “We also sell many fuel-efficient models in America. But the mix of smaller, more fuel-efficient models is bigger in Europe than it is in the United States. We need gasoline of 6 bucks a gallon to change that equation in America. If America really wants more fuel-efficient cars, which will mean more smaller models, it’s up to the government to establish parameters in which that market will work.”

GM’s decision is final and Americans will not be able to see the Opel Corsa OPC to arrive in dealer showrooms.