2009 Ford F-450 vs. 1999 Tata E220
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1999 Tata E220. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata E220.
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-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata E220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata E220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-450 | 1999 Tata E220 | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | F-450 | E220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2810 mm |
