2011 GMC Sierra 1500 XFE 2WD Crew Cab 5.75ft. Box Specs Technical Data and Video

Posted in Car, GMC, Sierra 1500 XFE Truck on March 10th, 2011 by jess

2011 Sierra 1500 XFE Crew Cab  The 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 XFE 2WD is the Xtra Fuel Economy mileage tweaked model, with a leading 18 mpg of combined fuel efficiency.  It only comes with the toomy 6-passenger Crew Cab.  It gets its power from a 315 hp 5.3-Liter Vortec V8 engine with iron cylinder block, and fitted with fuel saving technology including low ratio final gear (3.08 axle ratio) and low-rolling resistance tires.  6-speed automatic gearbox employed is electronically controlled with overdrive and tow/haul mode.  Suspension features a handling/trailering heavy duty package that includes a 46mm piston monotube shocks.  The short 5.75 ft. box model rides on a 143.5 in. wheelbase.  Steering is light and precise, using hydraulic power assist rack and pinion.  However, 23.6 ft. turning radius is considered big in its class.  Other technical specification includes a heavy duty external engine oil cooler, automatic locking rear differential, and aluminized stainless steel muffler and tailpipe exhaust.  The Sierra 1500 XFE’s interior is much accessorized like the SLE model.

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2011 Ford Explorer Limited Specs Technical Data and Video

Posted in Car, Explorer Limited, Ford on February 19th, 2011 by jess

explorer-limitedThe 2011 Ford Explorer Limited is motored by a masculine 290 hp 3.5-L V6 engine, that’s mated to a 6-speed SelectShift Automatic™,  reaching torque of 252 lb.-ft @ 4100 rpm.  Some performance notes are 0-60 mph time of mid 8 second and 36.8 ft. of turn circle.  This 7-seats SUV also boasts a good 17 mpg city / 25 mpg highway fuel efficiency.  Technical specifications include power 4-wheel disc brakes with ABS, all independent suspension with stabilizer bar and gas-pressurized twin tube shocks.  Loaded with luxury amenities, this top of the line model provides a pleasant ride.  Highlights include dual-zone auto climate control, MyFord Touch™ with 5-way controls on the steering wheel and 8” LCD touch screen in the center stack, four 12V power points, 110V power outlet, push-button / remote start, rear-view camera, power adjustable pedals with memory, heated front seats, 60/40 split-fold 2nd row bench with armrest, 50/50 manual split-fold 3rd row bench,  Sony audio with HD radio, power liftgate, and 20” aluminum wheels.  A four wheel drive (4WD) package, dual panel moon roof, and inflatable rear seat belt can be had as option.

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