2008 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2009 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 966 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 Zenvo ST1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Zenvo ST1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1090 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2009 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Honda | Zenvo |
| Model | Accord | ST1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 375 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3055 mm |
