The net result is an engine that delivers 300 horsepower at 5,000 rpm, and 365 ft-lb of torque at 3,750 rpm, both best in class for a light duty pickup. The all-new, aluminum cylinder head -- with two intake valves and one exhaust valve per cylinder, for 24 valves in total -- and a revised cast-iron block balance this impressive power with better fuel efficiency and quieter operation.
This new technology builds on Ford's award-winning modular V-8 engine platform, while taking advantage of the capabilities offered by modern electronic controls. It is important to note that it isn't a single technology, but rather a suite of enhancements, that deliver these consumer benefits.
The new 24-valve engine will be Ford's first modular V-8 to use variable-cam timing (VCT). The VCT design allows Ford engineers to optimize intake-and exhaust-valve actuation across the rev range. It represents the industry's first mass application of dual-equal variable-cam timing, which shifts the intake and exhaust valve timing together.
"Our commitment to Canada is strong, and getting stronger," noted Batty. In addition to putting the final touches on the Windsor expansion program, this year alone Ford of Canada has completed a $150 million expansion at St. Thomas Assembly Plant and committed $600 million toward the production of the next generation Ford Windstar and new Mercury Monterey at Oakville Assembly Plant.
Ford of Canada's operations include a national headquarters, six regional offices, six vehicle assembly and engine manufacturing plants, two parts distribution centres, and affiliates including Ford Credit, Jaguar, Volvo, Land Rover and Hertz. Ford is also a joint-venture partner in two Canadian-based plants that produce aluminum engine castings. In all, these operations employ more than 16,000 people. In addition, over 21,000 Canadians are employed in the 515 Ford and Ford-Lincoln dealerships located in all provinces and two territories. Last year, revenues for Canadian operations were $21.6 billion, making Ford of Canada one of the country's largest privately-held companies. Since 1990, Ford has invested nearly $9 billion in its Canadian operations. For more information, please visit www.ford.ca.