The Ford Mustang SVT Cobra for 2001
The 2001 Mustang is an important vehicle to Ford for the convertible market segment. The SVT Cobra is a member of a series of four trim levels for the Mustang which include Base, GT Bullitt, and SVT Cobra. The two-door car with its rear-wheel drive is positioned to aggressively fill this niche for Ford. There is strong competition from vehicles from Lexus.
Engine Performance
The Mustang SVT Cobra is equipped with a Ford 4.6 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 32 valves. The engine is mated to a Borg Warner 5-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Ford.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Mustang has power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.
Mustang SVT Cobra Statistics
The dimensions of the Mustang SVT Cobra are 73.10 inches wide by 183.20 inches long. It sits a comfortable 53.10 inches off the ground. It seats a standard four passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 101.30 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $26,230 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $24,127. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Convertible.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 2001 Mustang is a traditional SFI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 15.70 gallons.
The 2001 Mustang gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 17 in the city. This is average for a convertible car.
In Summary
The 2000 model began the promise of the Ford Mustang. The 2001 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Ford hopes that the Mustang SVT Cobra will continue to be a profitable vehicle.
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