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1997 Ford Explorer Sport 4WD

1FMDU24X4VUC10640
4.0L V6 SOHC 12V
Engine
4WD
Drive
Gasoline
Fuel
UNITED STATES
Built in
No factory image on file
1997 Ford Explorer

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID 1FM Ford · North America · United States
VDS · Descriptor DU24X Explorer Sport 4WD
VIS · Vehicle ID 4VUC10640 1997 · Serial C10640

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1997
TrimSport 4WD
Body StyleSPORT UTILITY 2-DR
Doors2
ManufacturerFord
CountryUNITED STATES

Engine & Performance

Engine4.0L V6 SOHC 12V
Drive Type4WD
Fuel TypeGasoline
Plant CodeU
Serial NumberC10640

Basic Information

Model Year 1997
Make Ford
Model Explorer
Trim Level Sport 4WD

Engine & Performance

Fuel System SPFI
Displacement 4.0L/245
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 225 @ 2800
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 160 @ 4200
Engine Type 4.0L V6 SOHC 12V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short
Transmission-long
Driveline 4WD
4WD/AWD Standard

Dimensions & Weight

Overall Length 178.60
Overall Width 70.20
Overall Height 66.80
Wheelbase 101.70
Cargo Length 29.20
Width at Wheelwell 41.90
Width at Wall 46.90
Standard Seating 4
Standard Towing 1900
Maximum Towing 4800
Standard Payload 750
Maximum Payload 750
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 70.2
Wheelbase (in) 101.7
Length, Overall w/rear bumper (in) 178.6
Height, Overall (in) 67.8
Curb Weight - Rear (lbs) 1828
Curb Weight - Front (lbs) 2165

Features & Options

Power Door Locks Standard
Air Conditioning Standard
Cruise Control Standard
Cassette Player Optional
CD Player Optional
Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat Optional
Leather Seat Optional
Alloy Wheels Standard
Power Windows Standard

Fuel & Economy

Tank 17.50
Fuel Economy-city 14 - 16
Fuel Economy-highway 19 - 20
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 20
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 16

Safety & Braking

Anti-Brake System 4-Wheel ABS
Front Brake Type Disc
Rear Brake Type Disc
ABS Brakes Standard
Driver Airbag Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard

Suspension & Handling

Steering Type Rack & Pinion
Front Suspension Independent
Rear Suspension Live
Front Spring Type Torsion Bar
Rear Spring Type Leaf
Tilt Steering Standard

Other Specifications

Manufactured in UNITED STATES
Body Style SPORT UTILITY 2-DR
Turning Diameter 34.60
Tires 225/70R15
Front Headroom 39.80
Rear Headroom 39.10
Front Legroom 42.40
Rear Legroom 36.50
Front Shoulder Room 55.70
Rear Shoulder Room 57.90
Front Hip Room 52.40
Rear Hip Room 43.60
Ground Clearance 6.70
Track Front 58.80
Track Rear 58.60
Cargo Volume 32.60
Standard GVWR 4900
Maximum GVWR 5040
MSRP $23,095
Dealer Invoice $20,934
Tachometer Standard
Manual Sunroof Optional
Full Size Spare Tire Standard
Rear Window Defogger Standard
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs) 6,000
Rear Wheel Size (in) 15 x 7
Ground Clearance, Rear (in) 6.7
Body Code 102" WB
Front Wheel Size (in) 15 x 7
Ground Clearance, Front (in) 6.7
Front Tire Size P235/75R15
Rear Tire Size P235/75R15

Pattern Information

Pattern1FMDU24X V
WMI 1FM (United States, North America)