2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
Engine
The 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac showcases Ford Motor Company’s philosophy that engine employing advanced technologies can improve both performance and the environment. A new 3-valve V-8 engine option delivering 292 hp and an upgraded V-6 that
produces less smog-forming emissions than a Honda Accord Hybrid.
Either engine can be equipped with the Sport Trac’s advanced Control Trac® four-wheel-drive system. Unlike less-sophisticated systems, Control Trac® features an automatic torque-split, which automatically transfers power to the front wheels as the rear wheels begin to loose traction. This increases safety and security without compromising fuel economy or NVH. In addition, the Control Trac® system features a torque-multiplying gear set in the transfer case for off-road applications that require extra power including deep sand, steep grades, and towing a boat trailer out of water.
Safety
The Sport Trac features the same class-leading safety package offered on the 2006 Ford Explorer. Sport Trac’s agile handling and powerful brakes provide an added measure of safety and security during emergency maneuvers. Contributing to its confident nature is Sport Trac’s standard Advance Trac® with Roll Stability Control – an exclusive active safety system not offered by any other manufacturer.
The 2007 Sport Trac features the following advanced safety technologies as standard equipment:
- Advanced restraints module and dual front-crash sensors
- Five-level front-passenger sensing system
- Driver-seat position sensor
- Dual-stage front air bags
- Adaptive load-limiting safety-belt retractors
- Adaptive front-passenger-seat air-bag tether
- Adaptive air-bag venting
- Adaptive steering column
For the first time, the Sport Trac is available with Safety Canopy ™ side air curtains that deploy in certain side-impact collisions, or if an impending rollover is detected to help protect front- and second-row outboard occupants. Sport Trac also features standard side-impact air bags for the driver and front passenger. Mounted in the outboard side of each front seat, these air bags further enhance protection for the chests of front-seat occupants in the event of a side collision.
