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2005 Ford Explorer XLT Sport Utility

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2005 Ford Explorer
Engines: 4.0L V6; 4.6L V8
Transmissions: 5 Speed Automatic
Drivetrains: Four Wheel Drive; Rear Wheel Drive; All Wheel Drive
Power: 239 HP
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2005 Explorer XLT Sport Utility Specs

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2005 Explorer XLT Sport Utility Performance Hide
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Auxiliary transmission cooler
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4,601 cc 4.6 liters V 8 front engine with 90.2 mm bore, 90 mm stroke, 9.4 compression ratio, overhead cam and two valves per cylinder
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Unleaded fuel 87
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Fuel economy EPA highway (mpg): 18 and EPA city (mpg): 14
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Multi-point injection fuel system
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22.5 gallon main unleaded fuel tank
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Power: 178 kW , 239 HP SAE @ 4,750 rpm; 282 ft lb , 382 Nm @ 4,000 rpm

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