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Next Generation Mustang - 12/19/2007 6:59:28 PM

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From the info that I have been reading, it seems Ford will put a Duratec 3.5 in the next generation V6 base model. I wonder what kind of hp it will get? Are there any other cars using this engine now?

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RE: Next Generation Mustang - 12/19/2007 7:03:29 PM

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I just looked at another website and it says the Duratec 3.5 would get 245 hp. Hmm....I'd have to wait and see what the body style looks like before I would consider buying another.

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RE: Next Generation Mustang - 12/19/2007 7:20:33 PM

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Ya, the Edge uses it and the Fusion I believe. The Focus does like 265 HP... I am sure with some tweaking we will get 280 crank or 240 at the wheels. Not bad for a sixer. This means the V8 will be a monster. Will have to be at least 365 HP crank or maybe even 400. I'm saving up for a V8 in 2010 (and keeping my 2005).

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RE: Next Generation Mustang - 12/19/2007 9:17:01 PM

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i read somewhere that they said they wont let the new Camero be less than the new mustang or Charger, Ill try and find the link

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RE: Next Generation Mustang - 12/19/2007 10:03:34 PM

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Only 3 Ford made vehicles(per the Ford website)now use the new DOHC 3.5 V-6. The Edge,the Taurus and the Lincoln. HP is 263 or 265(depending on car)at 6250 rpm and torque is 249 or 250 at 4500 rpm. This is a beautiful engine(engineering wise)but in a Mustang I think it will not be that much quicker at the stoplight then what we have now. Our SOHC 4.0s torque is 240 at a lower 3500 rpm and torque is what moves the car. There going to have to put lower rear end gears in the Mustang(3.55s or 3.73s)to take advantage of the higher winding DOHC 3.5 V-6. Plus I think these 3 cars all use a 6 speed front wheel drive automatic(or AWD)layout and I don't think Ford has a 6 speed rear wheel drive automatic yet. The smaller DOHC 3.5 will need that extra gear too. I wonder will the manuals get a 6 speed? Still a very nice and modern engine with more potential than our SOHC 4.0s. Also DOHC engines just look better. LX200----The Fusion uses the old SOHC 3.0 V-6 and the Focus doesn't have a V-6.

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RE: Next Generation Mustang - 12/20/2007 7:31:44 AM

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I have an Edge and the engine is nice. It has alot of pickup considering the Edge weighs over 4000 lbs. Definately has a nice power band around 3500-4500 rpm. It revs high, and is meant to do so.

I would be curious to see how it does in a stang, but it would need alot of changes because right now there is no comparison between my edge and my 4.0.

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RE: Next Generation Mustang - 12/20/2007 8:28:29 AM

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I do know the HP figure of the next gen V6 Mustang. I cannot say what it is, but what I will say is that if you like being more powerfull/faster than older GT's, you're going to be alot happier. Happier than most of you are thinking. Alot of GT owners are going to be angry. But, we're all going to have to wait a while for them to come.

I'm more interested in seeing the V6 Mustang, Camaro, and Challengers go at it then the V8 models.

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RE: Next Generation Mustang - 12/20/2007 8:36:15 AM

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I do know the HP figure of the next gen V6 Mustang. I cannot say what it is, but what I will say is that if you like being more powerfull/faster than older GT's, you're going to be alot happier. Happier than most of you are thinking. Alot of GT owners are going to be angry. But, we're all going to have to wait a while for them to come.

I'm more interested in seeing the V6 Mustang, Camaro, and Challengers go at it then the V8 models.

the engine has gotta be configured for more torq. doesnt the current duratec have more import characteristics? i mean high hp@rpm's but with lower torq? i'm very curious

. i too would very likely be looking into the GT when that time comes and hopefully hang onto my 4.0.

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RE: Next Generation Mustang - 12/20/2007 10:24:42 AM

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I rented an Edge when I was in Houston in April, and I gotta say, I loved it. The engine moved the very heavy Edge quite well. It did scream up to 5000+ PRM a few times when I pushed it, but seemed to handle it well. It does seem like a great engine.

One question... when I popped the hood, there was this big plastic thing sticking up in the air... what was that?? If you've seen one, you'll know what I am talking about.

P.S. The vista roof in the Edge is GREAT !!

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RE: Next Generation Mustang - 12/20/2007 10:26:14 AM

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quote:

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I do know the HP figure of the next gen V6 Mustang. I cannot say what it is, but what I will say is that if you like being more powerfull/faster than older GT's, you're going to be alot happier. Happier than most of you are thinking. Alot of GT owners are going to be angry. But, we're all going to have to wait a while for them to come.

I'm more interested in seeing the V6 Mustang, Camaro, and Challengers go at it then the V8 models.

Why can't you tell us? Then don't tell us what it IS... tell us what it's greater than.... i.e. higher than 375..... Or will Mullally come after you??

WHEN IS THE NEW Mustang coming out? 2010? Later?

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RE: Next Generation Mustang - 12/20/2007 10:33:00 AM

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Why can't you tell us? Then don't tell us what it IS... tell us what it's greater than.... i.e. higher than 375..... Or will Mullally come after you??

WHEN IS THE NEW Mustang coming out? 2010? Later?

If you look around at some of the rumor sites, a few of them are correct.

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RE: Next Generation Mustang - 12/20/2007 11:16:23 AM

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ORIGINAL: LX200

Why can't you tell us? Then don't tell us what it IS... tell us what it's greater than.... i.e. higher than 375..... Or will Mullally come after you??

WHEN IS THE NEW Mustang coming out? 2010? Later?

If you look around at some of the rumor sites, a few of them are correct.

Teaser.

So tell us which Mustang sites to look at that are correct.....we don't mind searching.

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RE: Next Generation Mustang - 12/20/2007 4:02:34 PM

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Spill it acas..!!

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RE: Next Generation Mustang - 12/20/2007 4:11:38 PM

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ugh, you cant tell us that and expect us to just say "o, ok thats cool." We will hunt you down and torture the information out of you if you dont tell us, it's your choice...

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RE: Next Generation Mustang - 12/20/2007 4:17:40 PM

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The V6 base engine continues to be favored as the new 3.5 liter DOHC Duratec engine that has been released in the new Taurus, Edge and Lincoln MKZ. This engine puts down about 265hp and would make base Mustangs competitive in its class in both power and technology. There is also a larger variant of 3.7 liters being developed which could get the nod as well.
There has also been talk about use of the Twin Force V6 engine that debuted in the Lincoln MK-R concept last January. A twin turbo version of the 3.5 liter V6, the engine produces about 400hp and is said to offer better efficiency than a V8 with equal power. We have been running a poll on our site for the past couple of weeks asking whether people would opt for a 400hp twin turbo V6 or a 400hp V8. The results have been surprisingly in favor of a Twin Force engine. If Ford were to offer such an engine in the Mustang it would surely not replace a V8, but likely be an optional engine that would be offered in a special edition of the car. Mustang Twin Force?

Found this while doing some searching. Found here...

http://www.themustangnews.com/carnews_07/st-0807-2010mustang.htm

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RE: Next Generation Mustang - 12/20/2007 6:00:34 PM

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Maybe this?

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RE: Next Generation Mustang - 12/20/2007 6:52:24 PM

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I'd say the guy is just bragging, probably knows about as much about it as we do from doing a search.
At any rate, I'd definately go for the Twin Force setup! Yeah baby!
I'll take a screamin 6 banger over a V8 any day!
I LOVE my 4.0 pony package!
And that's coming from a guy who's owned serveral hipo' V8's over the years.
I bet with dual turbo's on the 4.0 one can achieve over 400 RWHP easy and still get great gas mileage too as long as you keep your foot out of it! Good luck on that eh? ;-)

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RE: Next Generation Mustang - 12/20/2007 6:58:58 PM

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ugh, you cant tell us that and expect us to just say "o, ok thats cool." We will hunt you down and torture the information out of you if you dont tell us, it's your choice...

Right! He should check out the "Calendar" thread!

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