| Make
|
Saleen |
| Model |
S5S
Raptor |
| Concept
year |
2008 |
| Production
year |
- |
| Engine |
5.0
L ethanol fueled V8 |
The Saleen S5S Raptor was displayed at the 2008 New York
Motor Show. The concept was designed to be a significantly
lower-priced replacement for Saleen's discontinued supercar,
the Saleen
S7.
Under the curvaceous body of the Saleen S5S Raptor lies
a mid-mounted 5.0 litre V8 engine which can run on either
conventional petrol or 85% ethanol fuel. Power output
for this unit stands at an impressive 650 horsepower and
630 ft-lbs or torque. Mated to this is a six-speed manual
transmission driving the 20" rear wheels. 0-60 mph
takes just 3.2 seconds, while the top speed is around
200 mph.
To help keep weight down and performance up, the Saleen
S5S Raptor uses a lightweight aluminium chassis hidden
under a composite body.
Similar and related vehicles:
Saleen S7
|
|
