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CHRYSLER GROUP   
The Firepower
concept embodies the Chrysler brand philosophy
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Chrysler Firepower
Precision and passion are key elements in Chrysler Group vehicles.
Specifications: Weight (estimated): 3,380 lbs. (1,533 kg) Length: 172.6 inches (4,383 mm) Wheelbase: 98.8 inches (2,510 mm) Front Overhang: 34.1 inches (867 mm) Rear Overhang: 39.6 inches (1,006 mm) Width: 73.2 inches (1,859 mm) Height: 47.7 inches (1,211 mm) Track, frt/rr: 61.6/60.6 inches (1,565/1,539 mm) Ground Clearance: 5.1 inches (130 mm) Engine: 6.1L HEMI® V8 Transmission: 5-speed automatic with AutoStick Front and Rear Suspension: SLA Dodge Viper Suspension Front Tire Size: 275/35R19 Rear Tire Size: 335/30R20 Front Wheel Size: 19x12 inches Rear Wheel Size: 20x12 inches
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The Firepower grand tourer concept car,
making its debut at the 2005 North American International Auto Show, exudes
Chrysler brand attributes of elegance and performance with high customer
value. “As designers, we challenged ourselves,” said Trevor Creed,
Senior Vice President - Chrysler Group Design. “How could we best
encompass such strong Chrysler models as the Crossfire, which began the
brand’s move toward a higher level of performance and elegance, while
looking to the most extreme expression of engineering and design such as
last year’s prototype, the ME Four-Twelve? Firepower uniquely bridges
these two worlds.” Painstakingly crafted, the elegant and powerful Firepower
concept is an example of
automotive design and engineering within
the reach of Chrysler brand customers. The exterior and interior design,
flush with fine materials and meticulous details, are matched with performance
provided by a 6.1-liter HEMI® V8 and a Dodge Viper-based chassis. The
SRT-developed engine is exclusive to the Chrysler Group’s high-performance
products. Firepower uses a rear-wheel drive chassis with suspension and brakes
fitting of a thoroughbred performance vehicle. A world-class 5-speed automatic
transmission with AutoStick® melds luxury and sport. Chrysler Group estimates
0-60 mph performance at less than 4.5 seconds and estimates a top speed of
175 mph. Firepower uses massive billet aluminum wheels measuring 19x12 inches
in the front and 20x12 inches in the rear. Tires are 275/35R19 in the front
and 335/30R20 in the back.
The exterior is covered in Hydro Silver
Pearl, with dark carbon fiber and polished aluminum accents. In addition
to embodying Chrysler grand tourer spirit in the exterior design, Computational
Fluid Dynamics modeling was used to shape the body with aerodynamics in mind.
Design for proper engine cooling as well as down force in the rear are achieved
through this modeling. The interior is befitting of the Chrysler brand image
of beauty and elegance. The interior color combination consists of Ocean
Deep Blue as a primary hue, with Oyster leather and Behr maple accents. Finely
trimmed leather-covered sport seats, automatic climate control and a premium
audio system provide a tasteful and purposeful interior environment. All
touch surfaces - steering wheel, control knobs, and shifter - are finished
with fine materials for a luxury feel. The instrument panel was designed
to display vital information through precisely-detailed gauges, completing
the look and feel of refinement. “The Firepower concept embodies the
Chrysler brand philosophy,” said Creed. “It provides luxury, refinement
and sophistication blended elegantly with passion and performance.”
