2021 Tesla Model X vs 2020 Dacia Sandero
Which is bigger, the 2021 Tesla Model X or 2020 Dacia Sandero?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
Measured bumper to bumper, 2021 Tesla Model X extends 96.9 cm beyond 2020 Dacia Sandero, marking a substantial length advantage. The head-on difference is large: the 2021 Tesla Model X adds 21.5 cm to the width of the 2020 Dacia Sandero, fundamentally changing the interior volume and exterior bulk. The 2021 Tesla Model X utilises its extra 18.1 cm of height to maximise cabin volume, making it feel larger inside than the 2020 Dacia Sandero. Both cars are tuned for a similar ride height, despite the 2020 Dacia Sandero’s 1.6 cm ground clearance advantage. Spanning an extra 36.1 cm from axle to axle, the 2021 Tesla Model X has a wheelbase that will allow for better passenger room than the 2021 Tesla Model X.
Measurements
Length
505.7 cm (+96.9)
408.8 cm
Height
168 cm (+18.1)
149.9 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
199.9 cm (+21.5)
178.4 cm
Width (including mirrors)
227.1 cm
200.7 cm (+1.6)
Ground clearance
14.6 cm (+36.1)
16.2 cm
Wheelbase
296.5 cm (+2.8)
260.4 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
505.7 cm
53.1 cm longer than the average Crossover
408.8 cm
6.4 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
Height
168 cm
5.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
149.9 cm
2 cm taller than the average Hatchback
Width (excluding mirrors)
199.9 cm
15 cm wider than the average Crossover
178.4 cm
1.9 cm wider than the average Hatchback
Width (including mirrors)
227.1 cm
20.7 cm wider than the average Crossover
200.7 cm
1.2 cm wider than the average Hatchback
Ground clearance
14.6 cm
3.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
16.2 cm
2.3 cm more ground clearance than the average Hatchback
Wheelbase
296.5 cm
24.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
260.4 cm
1.3 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Due to the differing VDA vs SAE measurement methods, a direct comparison for cargo space isn't possible, but the 2020 Dacia Sandero’s 328 L is average for its class. Within its own segment, the 2020 Dacia Sandero seats-down capacity is way above average for the hatchback sector, while the 2021 Tesla Model X provides 2,471 L measured by SAE.
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.
N/A
328 L
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.
N/A
1,108 L
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.
1,111 L
N/A
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.
2,471 L
N/A
Frunk capacity
183 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.
313.8 L per m (+166.8)
147 L per m
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.
157 L per m² (+74.6)
82.4 L per m²
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.
N/A
328 L
15 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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.
N/A
1,108 L
10 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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.
1,111 L
372 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
2,471 L
600 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
120%
SAE: above class average (+20%)
99%
VDA: below class average (-1%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
When it comes to doors, there is no difference between the 2020 Dacia Sandero and 2021 Tesla Model X, with each using a 5-door configuration. Neither holds an advantage in passenger count, as both have a maximum of 5-seats. There is a significant gap in agility here; the 2020 Dacia Sandero can spin around in a space 1.77 m smaller than the 2021 Tesla Model X. You’ll feel every bit of that 1,322 kg difference when trying to accelerate or change direction in the 2021 Tesla Model X compared to 2020 Dacia Sandero.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12.3 m (+1.8)
10.5 m
Curb weight
2,337 kg (+1,322)
1,015 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12.3 m
1.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
10.5 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
Curb weight
2,337 kg
705 kg heavier than the average Crossover
1,015 kg
238 kg lighter than the average Hatchback
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 Crossover
99%
1% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
Parking
Will the 2021 Tesla Model X or 2020 Dacia Sandero fit in a standard parking space?
2021 Tesla Model X 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 37.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 22 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
37.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
22 cm
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
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