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2020 Dacia Sandero vs 2024 Tesla Cybertruck

Side view of the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck
Side view of the 2020 Dacia Sandero

Dacia Sandero

2020

Tesla Cybertruck

2024

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Which is bigger, the 2020 Dacia Sandero or 2024 Tesla Cybertruck?

Key dimensions: length, width, height

With 159.5 cm between them, these two vehicles sit at opposite ends of the length scale. The head-on difference is large: the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck adds 24.8 cm to the width of the 2020 Dacia Sandero, fundamentally changing the interior volume and exterior bulk. The 2024 Tesla Cybertruck is designed for easy entry and a more upright seating position when compared to the lower height 2020 Dacia Sandero. The 2024 Tesla Cybertruck is 3.9 cm less likely to scrape its chin on a steep ramp than the 2020 Dacia Sandero thanks to its higher ground clearance. The 2024 Tesla Cybertruck is a massive 103.1 cm longer in the wheelbase, offering a vast interior compared to the 2020 Dacia Sandero.

Measurements

Length

408.8 cm

568.3 cm (+159.5)

Height

149.9 cm

174.1 cm (+24.2)

Width (excluding mirrors)

178.4 cm

203.2 cm (+24.8)

Width (including mirrors)

200.7 cm

241.3 cm (+3.9)

Ground clearance

16.2 cm

20.1 cm (+103.1)

Wheelbase

260.4 cm

363.5 cm (+4.3)

How each car compares with its class average

Length

408.8 cm

6.4 cm shorter than the average Hatchback

568.3 cm

25.6 cm longer than the average Pickup

Height

149.9 cm

2 cm taller than the average Hatchback

174.1 cm

12.7 cm shorter than the average Pickup

Width (excluding mirrors)

178.4 cm

1.9 cm wider than the average Hatchback

203.2 cm

8.8 cm wider than the average Pickup

Width (including mirrors)

200.7 cm

1.2 cm wider than the average Hatchback

241.3 cm

18.4 cm wider than the average Pickup

Ground clearance

16.2 cm

2.3 cm more ground clearance than the average Hatchback

20.1 cm

2.7 cm less ground clearance than the average Pickup

Wheelbase

260.4 cm

1.3 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback

363.5 cm

32.5 cm longer wheelbase than the average Pickup

Front view

Front view of the 2020 Dacia Sandero
Front view of the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck

Cargo Capacity: which has more space?

Standard and largest cargo capacity

Because 2020 Dacia Sandero (VDA) and 2024 Tesla Cybertruck (SAE) use different measurement logic for their seats up cargo space, the numbers are difficult to compare. For context, the 2020 Dacia Sandero offers 328L, which is average for hatchbacks. We can't declare a definitive winner on cargo space alone due to the differing VDA and SAE standards for these two vehicles, but the 2020 Dacia Sandero has way above average space for its size 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

1,697 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

3,224 L

Frunk capacity

N/A

200 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

392.6 L per m (+245.6)

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

193.2 L per m² (+110.8)

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

1,697 L

260 L more 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

3,224 L

1,697 L more 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%)

157%

SAE: above class average (+57%)

Rear view

Rear view of the 2020 Dacia Sandero
Rear view of the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck

Details

Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability

The 2020 Dacia Sandero offers more practicality with its 5 doors compared to the 4-door layout of the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck. You’ll find the same passenger limits in both models, as they each feature a 5-seat interior layout. The steering disparity is vast; the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck requires a staggering 2.72 m of extra space to clear a turn than the 2020 Dacia Sandero. You’ll feel every bit of that 2,010 kg difference when trying to accelerate or change direction in the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck compared to 2020 Dacia Sandero.

Measurements

Doors

5 (+1)

4

Max. seats

5

5

Turning circle

10.5 m

13.3 m (+2.7)

Curb weight

1,015 kg

3,025 kg (+2,010)

How each car compares with its class average

Turning circle

10.5 m

0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback

13.3 m

0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Pickup

Curb weight

1,015 kg

238 kg lighter than the average Hatchback

3,025 kg

774 kg heavier 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

96%

4% less manoeuvrable than the average Pickup

Parking

Will the 2020 Dacia Sandero or 2024 Tesla Cybertruck 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.

OK

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

2024 Tesla Cybertruck 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.

Too large

For an average USA / Canada space: exceeds the bay's length by 19 cm.

Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)

35.5 cm

Length over bay

19 cm

Overall length. Primary constraint.

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