2020 Dacia Sandero vs 2025 Ford Maverick
Which is bigger, the 2020 Dacia Sandero or 2025 Ford Maverick?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 98.7 cm longer, the 2025 Ford Maverick sits well ahead in terms of overall length. You might notice the 6 cm width difference when parking; the 2025 Ford Maverick leaves a little less margin for error in the bay compared to the 2020 Dacia Sandero. The 2025 Ford Maverick is designed for easy entry and a more upright seating position when compared to the lower height 2020 Dacia Sandero. A 4.9 cm larger ground clearance gap gives the 2025 Ford Maverick a slightly more capable feel when the pavement gets rough vs the 2020 Dacia Sandero. The 2025 Ford Maverick provides a much more settled and secure feel at high speeds compared to the 2020 Dacia Sandero thanks to its 47.2 cm wheelbase advantage.
Measurements
Length
408.8 cm
507.5 cm (+98.7)
Height
149.9 cm
174 cm (+24.1)
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.4 cm
184.4 cm (+6)
Width (including mirrors)
200.7 cm
212.1 cm (+4.9)
Ground clearance
16.2 cm
21.1 cm (+47.2)
Wheelbase
260.4 cm
307.6 cm (+2.1)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
408.8 cm
6.4 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
507.5 cm
35.2 cm shorter than the average Pickup
Height
149.9 cm
2 cm taller than the average Hatchback
174 cm
12.8 cm shorter than the average Pickup
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.4 cm
1.9 cm wider than the average Hatchback
184.4 cm
10 cm narrower than the average Pickup
Width (including mirrors)
200.7 cm
1.2 cm wider than the average Hatchback
212.1 cm
10.8 cm narrower than the average Pickup
Ground clearance
16.2 cm
2.3 cm more ground clearance than the average Hatchback
21.1 cm
1.7 cm less ground clearance than the average Pickup
Wheelbase
260.4 cm
1.3 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
307.6 cm
23.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Pickup
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
A direct comparison between the 2020 Dacia Sandero’s 328 L (VDA) and the 2025 Ford Maverick’s 943 L (SAE) cargo capacity isn't possible due to different measurement methods, but the 2020 Dacia Sandero is average for its class. The 2025 Ford Maverick is way above average for its class. The 2020 Dacia Sandero (1,108 L) and 2025 Ford Maverick (943 L) use non-compatible measurement standards to compare against each other, but we can look at them in relation to cargo space vs their categories. The 2020 Dacia Sandero has way above average room for its class, and the 2025 Ford Maverick has typical room for its class.
Measurements
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
328 L
N/A
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
1,108 L
N/A
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.
N/A
943 L
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.
N/A
943 L
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.
147 L per m
185.8 L per m (+38.8)
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.
82.4 L per m²
100.8 L per m² (+18.4)
How each car compares with its class average
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
328 L
15 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
N/A
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
1,108 L
10 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
N/A
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.
N/A
943 L
494 L less cargo volume than the average Pickup
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.
N/A
943 L
584 L less cargo volume than the average Pickup
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.
99%
VDA: below class average (-1%)
82%
SAE: below class average (-18%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Choosing the 2020 Dacia Sandero gains you extra access points, making its 5-door layout more versatile for daily duties than the 4-door 2025 Ford Maverick. Neither holds an advantage in passenger count, as both have a maximum of 5-seats. Depending where you are, a 1.67 m increase in turning circle often marks the difference between a one-shot turn and a multi-point maneuver. We’re talking about a 662 kg weight shift, which places these two vehicles in completely different worlds of physics.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.5 m
12.2 m (+1.7)
Curb weight
1,015 kg
1,677 kg (+662)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.5 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
12.2 m
0.9 m smaller turning circle than the average Pickup
Curb weight
1,015 kg
238 kg lighter than the average Hatchback
1,677 kg
574 kg lighter than the average Pickup
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.
99%
1% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
108%
8% more manoeuvrable than the average Pickup
Parking
Will the 2020 Dacia Sandero or 2025 Ford Maverick fit in a standard parking space?
2020 Dacia Sandero 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 48 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 70.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
70.5 cm
2025 Ford Maverick 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 21 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
21 cm
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