Ford has left out information on the 4-Trac concept's powertrain and interior, but it is expected to be powered by a version of Mazda's 2.3-litre four in base models, the Ford Duratec 30 3.0-litre V6, producing somewhere in the vicinity of 220-horsepower, in mid-grade models, plus
the new 250-horsepower 3.5-litre V6 in top trim levels. Outside of North America, an efficient yet torquey common-rail turbodiesel engine will also be offered. Only Dodge offers a V8 in this segment, so it is unlikely one of Ford's V8s will be made available.
Bigger, bolder and better, the 4-Trac concept reinforces the blue-oval brand's "Built Ford Tough" motto established long ago, but a question has arisen: will it outclass Ford's recently introduced Sport Trac when it arrives in North America? Both seem to be of similar size and configuration, but the production version is more likely to be smaller, lighter, tougher and most importantly, cheaper. It will be interesting to see what kind of changes Ford makes with this Tonka toy of a concept for the production version. The Dearborn-based automaker should give us a concrete answer within the next year or so.
Specifications:
Body Type: 4-door pickup, ladder frame
Layout: front engine, RWD (opt 4WD)
Engine (estimated): 220-hp, 3.0L V6
Transmission: 5-spd auto
Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS, EBD
Curb Weight: N/A
Web Site: www.ford.ca
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| It will be interesting to see what kind of changes Ford makes with this Tonka toy of a concept for the production version. (Photo: Ford Motor Company of Canada) |
Bigger, bolder and better, the 4-Trac concept reinforces the blue-oval brand's "Built Ford Tough" motto established long ago, but a question has arisen: will it outclass Ford's recently introduced Sport Trac when it arrives in North America? Both seem to be of similar size and configuration, but the production version is more likely to be smaller, lighter, tougher and most importantly, cheaper. It will be interesting to see what kind of changes Ford makes with this Tonka toy of a concept for the production version. The Dearborn-based automaker should give us a concrete answer within the next year or so.
Specifications:
Body Type: 4-door pickup, ladder frame
Layout: front engine, RWD (opt 4WD)
Engine (estimated): 220-hp, 3.0L V6
Transmission: 5-spd auto
Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS, EBD
Curb Weight: N/A
Web Site: www.ford.ca
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