Sunday, August 23, 2015

Ford Lynx - Generation 5.1 (1999-2002)

FORD LYNX (1999-2002)

15 years later, the Laser had returned but through the Lynx name. The pre-updated model is only available in 1.6 engines with the Ghia having power folding mirrors and 12 disc changer, competitors that have none during that time.



OWNERSHIP DETAILSGhiaGSI
Years AvailableSeptember 1999-March 2002September 1999-March 2002
ENGINE SPECS
EngineZM-DE 1.6 DOHC 16V I4ZM-DE 1.6 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower116hp @ 5,500rpm116hp @ 5,500rpm
Torque145Nm @ 4,000rpm145Nm @ 4,000rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 Octane
Fuel SystemElectronic Fuel InjectionElectronic Fuel Injection
Transmission5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity55 Liters55 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length4,395mm4,395mm
Width1,695mm1,695mm
Height1,410mm1,410mm
Wheelbase2,610mm2,610mm
Curb Weight1,109kg (MT), 1,129kg (AT)1,104kg (MT), 1,124kg (AT)
Body Style4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating55
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionMcPherson StrutMcPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionDual-Link StrutDual-Link Strut
Front BrakesVented DiscVented Disc
Rear BrakesDrumDrum
Tires195/55 R15185/65 R14
Wheels15 Inch Alloy14 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags20
Anti-Lock BrakesYesNone
Traction/Stability ControlNoneNone
Other Safety FeaturesNoneNone
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsFrontNone
Other Exterior FeaturesAdds: Body Color Door HandlesBlack Door Handles
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTiltTilt
Steering Wheel MaterialUrethaneUrethane
Seating AdjustmentManualManual
Seating MaterialLeatherFabric
Other Interior FeaturesAdds: Silver Accents, Rear Sun Shade60/40 Fold Rear Seat
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with FoldSteering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate ControlManualManual
Audio SystemAM/FM/Cassette/12 CDAM/FM/Cassette
Speakers44
Steering Wheel ControlsNoneNone
AlarmYesYes
Keyless EntryYesYes
NOTES
RIVALSChevrolet Cassia, Honda Civic, Mitsubishi Lancer, Nissan Sentra, Opel Astra, Toyota Corolla