2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2010 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 897 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 404 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2010 Zenvo ST1 has manual transmission. 2010 Zenvo ST1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2010 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Ford | Zenvo |
| Model | Explorer | ST1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 3055 mm |
