Ford Five Hundred Speaker Size

Front Door Panel Speaker

Rear Door Panel Speaker

Rear Deck Lid Speaker

Ford Five Hundred Speaker FAQ

What speakers should I replace first in my Ford Five Hundred for the biggest sound improvement?

Start with the front door panel 6 x 8 speakers. These handle most vocals and midrange frequencies you actually hear while driving. The front location gives you immediate impact since you're sitting closest to them. Rear speakers... they mostly just add fill. Replace fronts first, then consider rears if your budget allows. The Ford Five Hundred's front door panels are relatively easy to access too.

Can I install component speakers in my Ford Five Hundred door panels?

Yes, the factory locations support both coaxial and component setups. Component speakers separate the tweeter from the woofer - might give you better imaging. You'll need to mount the tweeter somewhere in the door panel or dash area. The crossover can go behind the door panel usually. Just verify your amplifier can handle the component system's impedance, typically 4 ohms. Some people prefer the simplicity of good coaxials though.

What's the difference between coaxial and triaxial speakers for my Ford Five Hundred rear deck?

Coaxial has tweeter mounted on the woofer. Triaxial adds a small midrange driver between them. The 6 x 9 rear deck location can fit either type. Triaxial theoretically gives you more frequency coverage - maybe 40Hz to 20kHz range. But the quality of the drivers matters more than just having extra ones. A good coaxial from a decent brand often outperforms cheap triaxials. The Ford Five Hundred's rear deck placement means these speakers mainly provide ambient fill anyway.

Do I need an amplifier for aftermarket speakers in my Ford Five Hundred?

Depends on what you're replacing and your expectations. Factory head unit puts out maybe 15-20 watts per channel. Fine for efficient coaxials around 90dB sensitivity. If you go with component speakers or want serious volume, external amp helps. The 6 x 8 door speakers especially benefit from clean power - those frequencies need clarity. Start with speakers first, see how they sound. You can always add amplification later if the Ford Five Hundred's factory power seems insufficient.

What impedance should I look for in replacement speakers for my Ford Five Hundred?

Stick with 4-ohm speakers. Most aftermarket options come in 4-ohm anyway. The factory system expects this impedance load. Going to 2-ohm might stress the head unit over time. 8-ohm speakers will play quieter since they draw less current. The Ford Five Hundred's electrical system is pretty standard - 4-ohm speakers work best with the factory amplifier section. Just make sure all your speakers match the same impedance for consistent performance.