1999 Tata E220 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata E220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata E220 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Tata E220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Tata E220 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tata E220 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Tata E220.
Because 1999 Tata E220 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 1999 Tata E220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata E220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata E220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Tata E220 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | E220 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
