2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2012 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 804 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2012 Zenvo ST1.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Zenvo ST1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 935 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2012 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Ford | Zenvo |
| Model | F-150 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 3055 mm |
