2012 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2012 Zenvo ST1
To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen Touran and 2012 Zenvo ST1 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 966 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Zenvo ST1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. 2012 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2012 Zenvo ST1 has manual transmission. 2012 Zenvo ST1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Touran | 2012 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Zenvo |
| Model | Touran | ST1 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1968 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 | 320 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 375 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3055 mm |
