FORD 2000 Contour - Manual (Page 9)

DRIVETRAIN
The SVT Contour uses the MTX-75 5–speed manual transaxle with a
short-throw shifter. This includes a shift-link design that offers smooth
and accurate shifting. The clutch is a high performance special design.
All transaxle gears and shafts run in needle bearings to reduce drivetrain
friction.
Item Description
Transaxle 5-speed manual (MTX-75)
Final drive
ratio 4.06:1
Gear ratios Gear Ratio Speed
1st 3.42 56 km/h
(35 mph)
2nd 2.14 90 km/h
(56 mph)
3rd 1.45 132 km/h
(82 mph)
4th 1.03 188 km/h
(117 mph)
5th 0.77 230 km/h
(143 mph)
Reverse 3.42 -
Drivetrain
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