2011 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Zenvo ST1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Zenvo ST1 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 841 more horse power than 2011 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 445 kg more than 2010 Zenvo ST1.
Because 2010 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 2010 Zenvo ST1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus, 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, 2010 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1093 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Taurus. 2011 Ford Taurus 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. 2011 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Ford Taurus | 2010 Zenvo ST1 | |
Make | Ford | Zenvo |
Model | Taurus | ST1 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 1104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 337 Nm | 1430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 2041 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1198 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 3055 mm |