2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2009 Zenvo ST1
To start off, both 2009 Mazda Tribute and 2009 Zenvo ST1 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 864 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Zenvo ST1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute. 2009 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2009 Zenvo ST1 has manual transmission. 2009 Zenvo ST1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 2009 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Mazda | Zenvo |
| Model | Tribute | ST1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3055 mm |
