2021 Tesla Model S vs 2022 Chevrolet Equinox
Which is bigger, the 2021 Tesla Model S or 2022 Chevrolet Equinox?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2021 Tesla Model S sits 37 cm longer than the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, representing a noticeable step up in total length. There is a moderate step up in width; the 2021 Tesla Model S extends 14.3 cm further than the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox. The 2022 Chevrolet Equinox towers in height over the 2021 Tesla Model S by 23.1 cm, providing a much more commanding view of any traffic ahead. There’s a clear shift in capability here, with the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox offering 7.6 cm more clearance than the 2021 Tesla Model S. Even the 23.5 cm wheelbase advantage helps the 2021 Tesla Model S feel like a larger, more composed vehicle than the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox.
Measurements
Length
502.1 cm (+37)
465.1 cm
Height
143 cm
166.1 cm (+23.1)
Width (excluding mirrors)
198.7 cm (+14.3)
184.4 cm
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
N/A (+7.6)
Ground clearance
11.7 cm (+23.5)
19.3 cm
Wheelbase
296 cm (+1.4)
272.5 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
502.1 cm
29.2 cm longer than the average Sedan
465.1 cm
12.5 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
143 cm
2.8 cm shorter than the average Sedan
166.1 cm
3.3 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
198.7 cm
15.7 cm wider than the average Sedan
184.4 cm
0.5 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
N/A
Ground clearance
11.7 cm
2.3 cm less ground clearance than the average Sedan
19.3 cm
1.2 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
296 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
272.5 cm
0.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2022 Chevrolet Equinox takes the lead in both seating states, providing an extra 137 L for your luggage with the seats up and a small 70 L (SAE) more with them down.
Measurements
Standard cargo capacity (SAE)
The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
709 L
846 L (+137)
Largest cargo capacity (SAE)
The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
1,739 L
1,809 L (+70)
Frunk capacity
89 L
N/A
Cargo space vs length
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by overall vehicle length.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
213 L per m
254.4 L per m (+41.4)
Cargo space vs footprint
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by footprint.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
It helps show how efficiently a car turns exterior area into usable cargo space.
107.2 L per m²
137.9 L per m² (+30.7)
How each car compares with its class average
Standard cargo capacity (SAE)
The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
709 L
313 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
846 L
107 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
Largest cargo capacity (SAE)
The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
1,739 L
Class benchmark unavailable.
1,809 L
62 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
DriveSize space efficiency score
DriveSize space efficiency compares blended cargo volume per square meter of footprint with the class average.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure within the selected cargo measurement method.
VDA scores compare with VDA class averages, and SAE scores compare with SAE class averages. Around 100% means in line with class average.
106%
SAE: above class average (+6%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Choosing the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox gains you extra access points, making its 5-door layout more versatile for daily duties than the 4-door 2021 Tesla Model S. There is no advantage for either model when it comes to passenger numbers, since both offer a 5-seat configuration. You’ll find the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox a bit easier to flip around in a narrow street thanks to its 0.9 m turning circle advantage. There's a monumental difference in mass; the 2021 Tesla Model S is a staggering 590 kg heavier than the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12.3 m (+0.9)
11.4 m
Curb weight
2,075 kg (+590)
1,485 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12.3 m
1.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
11.4 m
0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
2,075 kg
553 kg heavier than the average Sedan
1,485 kg
147 kg lighter than the average Crossover
DriveSize manoeuvrability score
DriveSize manoeuvrability score combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
Around 100% means in line with the class average; higher scores indicate better manoeuvrability relative to similar cars.
89%
11% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
98%
2% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2021 Tesla Model S or 2022 Chevrolet Equinox fit in a standard parking space?
2021 Tesla Model S parking fit score
DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.
Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.
Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 38 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 23.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
38 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
23.5 cm
2022 Chevrolet Equinox parking fit score
DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.
Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.
Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 45 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 42 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
42 cm
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