2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Zenvo ST1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Zenvo ST1 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 814 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 856 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1078 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Jeep | Zenvo |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | ST1 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1943 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 3055 mm |
