2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2011 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 996 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 280 kg more than 2011 Zenvo ST1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2011 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Ford | Zenvo |
| Model | Ranger | ST1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 375 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3055 mm |
