2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1999 Tata E220
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1999 Tata E220. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata E220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata E220 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata E220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata E220. 2009 Ford F-150 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. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1999 Tata E220 | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | F-150 | E220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2810 mm |
