1999 Tata E220 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 14 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Tata E220. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata E220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata E220 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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, 1999 Tata E220 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1999 Tata E220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S. 2013 Scion FR-S has automatic transmission and 1999 Tata E220 has manual transmission. 1999 Tata E220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Scion FR-S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Tata E220 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Tata | Scion |
| Model | E220 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2570 mm |
