Ford Windstar Windstar I

Ford - Windstar I

Details-
BrandFord
ModelWindstar
GenerationWindstar I
Modification3.0 V6 (152 Hp)
Start Of Production1995
End Of Production1996

Performance

None

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh13.5 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph13.5 sec
Max Speed180 km/h 111.85 mph

Body & Dimensions

The Ford Windstar is a 7-seater minivan with a length of 201.77 inches, width of 75.39 inches, and height of 70.47 inches. It has a wheelbase of 120.71 inches, front track of 64.57 inches, and rear track of 62.99 inches. It has 4 doors and a spacious interior to accommodate 7 passengers.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeMinivan
Seats7
Doors4
Length5125 mm 201.77 in.
Width1915 mm 75.39 in.
Height1790 mm 70.47 in.
Wheelbase3066 mm 120.71 in.
Front Track1640 mm 64.57 in.
Rear Track1600 mm 62.99 in.

Fuel Consumption

The Ford Windstar is a mid-size minivan that runs on petrol (gasoline) and has a fuel consumption of 15.4 liters per 100 kilometers in urban areas and 8.5 liters per 100 kilometers in extra-urban areas.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban15.4 l/100 km 15.27 US mpg 18.34 UK mpg 6.49 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban8.5 l/100 km 27.67 US mpg 33.23 UK mpg 11.76 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Ford Windstar comes with a 2.9L V6 Vulcan engine, producing 152 HP and 252 Nm of torque. It has a front-transverse layout and a 4-speed automatic transmission, driving the front wheels. The car has a double wishbone suspension on both axles and a 5W-20 oil with Ford WSS-M2C930-A specification is recommended. The engine has a displacement of 2986 cm3 (182.22 cu. in.), a bore of 89 mm (3.5 in.), and a stroke of 80 mm (3.15 in.), with a compression ratio of 9.3:1. The engine is naturally aspirated, with DOHC and 2 valves per cylinder, and uses a multi-port fuel injection system.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power152 Hp @ 5000 rpm.
Power Per Litre50.9 Hp/l
Torque252 Nm @ 3750 rpm. 185.87 lb.-ft. @ 3750 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Transverse
Engine Model CodeVulcan
Engine Displacement2986 cm3 182.22 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ConfigurationV-engine
Cylinder Bore89 mm 3.5 in.
Piston Stroke80 mm 3.15 in.
Compression Ratio9.3
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemMulti-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainDOHC
Engine Oil Capacity4.3 l 4.54 US qt | 3.78 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification5W-20 / Ford WSS-M2C930-A
Coolant13 l 13.74 US qt | 11.44 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelFront wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox4 gears, automatic transmission
Front SuspensionWishbone
Rear SuspensionDouble wishbone

Brakes

The car features a combination of modern and traditional braking systems, with ventilated discs upfront and drum brakes at the rear. It is equipped with power steering for ease of maneuvering, and rides on 205/75 R15 tires mounted on 15-inch wheels. Safety is enhanced by the inclusion of an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS).

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDrum
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Tires Size205/75 R15
Wheel Rims Size15

Weight & Capacity

The Ford Windstar is a spacious minivan with a weight-to-power ratio of 11.9 kg/Hp (84 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 7.2 kg/Nm (139.2 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 1810 kg (3990.37 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 2440 kg (5379.28 lbs.), allowing for a maximum load of 630 kg (1388.91 lbs.). The minivan offers a minimum trunk/boot space of 615 l (21.72 cu. ft.) and a maximum of 4080 l (144.08 cu. ft.). The Ford Windstar is equipped with a fuel tank that can hold up to 95 l (25.1 US gal | 20.9 UK gal) of fuel.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio11.9 kg/Hp, 84 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio7.2 kg/Nm, 139.2 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1810 kg 3990.37 lbs.
Max Weight2440 kg 5379.28 lbs.
Max Load630 kg 1388.91 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum615 l 21.72 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum4080 l 144.08 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity95 l 25.1 US gal | 20.9 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Ford - Windstar I

The Windstar has 7 seats.

The Windstar is a minivan.

The Windstar is 201.77 inches long, 75.39 inches wide, and 70.47 inches tall.

13.5 seconds

180 km/h (111.85 mph)

No, it's not particularly fast, but it's reliable for daily driving.

The Ford Windstar uses petrol (gasoline) as its fuel type.

The fuel consumption of the Ford Windstar in urban areas is 15.4 liters per 100 kilometers.

The fuel consumption of the Ford Windstar in extra-urban areas is 8.5 liters per 100 kilometers.

The Windstar has a 2.9L V6 engine.

The Windstar has a 4-speed automatic transmission.

The Windstar has a double wishbone suspension on both axles.

The car has ventilated disc brakes upfront and drum brakes at the rear.

Yes, the car has hydraulic steering for easy maneuvering.

The car is equipped with 205/75 R15 tires.

1995-2003

Minivan

Spacious interior, comfortable ride, and strong engine options

The weight-to-power ratio of the Ford Windstar is 11.9 kg/Hp (84 Hp/tonne).

The Ford Windstar is equipped with a fuel tank that can hold up to 95 l (25.1 US gal | 20.9 UK gal) of fuel.

The Ford Windstar has a maximum load capacity of 630 kg (1388.91 lbs.).