This SUV Combines a Powerful Presence With Souped-Up Engine Performance
Rahul Kalvapalle — March 11, 2019 — Autos
References: hennesseyperformance & newatlas
Texas-based aftermarket automotive tuning company, Hennessey Performance has never been too shy to admit its obsession with size, and this is very clear in the VelociRaptor Ranger, a larger and more imposing version of the 2019 Ford Ranger off-road SUV.
In this admirable tuning effort, Hennessey Performance managed to upgrade the Ford Range's output from 270 to 350 horsepower, while taking its torque up from 210 to 385 pound-feet, allowing the improved vehicle to zoom from zero to 60 miles per hour in a matter of only 6.1 seconds, an impressive feat for a vehicle this large.
Elsewhere, this off-road SUV's intimidating presence can be attributed to the additional four inches of height bestowed on it by Hennessey Performance's engineers, with the accompanying off-road suspension and enriched wheels making it clear that this is a vehicle designed for functional size rather than pure aesthetic presence.
In this admirable tuning effort, Hennessey Performance managed to upgrade the Ford Range's output from 270 to 350 horsepower, while taking its torque up from 210 to 385 pound-feet, allowing the improved vehicle to zoom from zero to 60 miles per hour in a matter of only 6.1 seconds, an impressive feat for a vehicle this large.
Elsewhere, this off-road SUV's intimidating presence can be attributed to the additional four inches of height bestowed on it by Hennessey Performance's engineers, with the accompanying off-road suspension and enriched wheels making it clear that this is a vehicle designed for functional size rather than pure aesthetic presence.
Trend Themes
1. Upgraded Off-road Suvs - Opportunity for aftermarket tuning companies to enhance the performance of off-road SUVs by increasing horsepower and torque.
2. Functional Size Over Aesthetic - Growing demand for off-road SUVs that prioritize functional size and enhanced capabilities over purely aesthetic appeal.
3. Impressive Acceleration for Large Vehicles - Increasing interest in off-road SUVs that offer impressive acceleration, allowing them to reach high speeds in a short amount of time.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Aftermarket Tuning - Disruptive innovation potential in the aftermarket automotive tuning industry in order to meet the demand for upgraded off-road SUVs.
2. Off-road Vehicle Manufacturing - Opportunity for off-road vehicle manufacturers to design and produce SUVs that prioritize functional size and enhanced performance.
3. Automotive Suspension and Wheels - Growing market for specialized suspension and wheel components that can improve the off-road capabilities of SUVs.
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