
Ford Has upped the Ante!
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Ford's New Powerstroke Diesel!
What will the competition do next?
January 01, 2003
Ford Motor Company once again raised the bar in diesel technology! Today we are announcing Best-In-Class Torque of 560 lb.-ft. @2000 rpm at the Indy PowerStroke 200 race, exceeding our preliminary rating of 550 lb.-ft. of torque. The all-new 32 valve 6.0L Power Stroke_ diesel engine not only provides Best-In-Class Torque, but also Best-In-Class Diesel Horsepower 325@3300 rpm.
6.0L Power StrokeŽ V8 diesel engine features:
- Best-In-Class Horsepower 325 @ 3300rpm and Best-
- In-Class Torque 560 lb.-ft.@ 2000 rpm
- Improved shift quality
- Improved noise vibration
- Unique fuel delivery, air handling, cooling and filter technologies that allow it to deliver more power with better fuel economy
-New Power Core? air cleaner has a larger filter area and reduced restriction allowing larger change intervals and enhanced durability.
-Easier serviceability with a top-mounted oil filter cartridge and glow plugs
-Standard 6-speed manual transmission (Super Duty only)