2013 Tesla Model S vs 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway
Which is bigger, the 2013 Tesla Model S or 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 87.1 cm length difference creates a clear divide in front-to-rear dimensions. At 17.9 cm wider, the 2013 Tesla Model S belongs to a completely different size class, offering a potential level of shoulder room the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway can't match. The 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway gains 10.8 cm in height over the 2013 Tesla Model S, which often translates to more generous interior headroom. The 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway has a 4.6 cm higher clearance than the 2013 Tesla Model S, which helps clear speed bumps more easily. Spanning an extra 35.6 cm from axle to axle, the 2013 Tesla Model S has a wheelbase that will allow for better passenger room than the 2013 Tesla Model S.
Measurements
Length
497 cm (+87.1)
409.9 cm
Height
142.7 cm
153.5 cm (+10.8)
Width (excluding mirrors)
196.3 cm (+17.9)
178.4 cm
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
200.7 cm (+4.6)
Ground clearance
15.5 cm (+35.6)
20.1 cm
Wheelbase
296 cm (+2.4)
260.4 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
497 cm
24.1 cm longer than the average Sedan
409.9 cm
42.7 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
142.7 cm
3.1 cm shorter than the average Sedan
153.5 cm
9.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
196.3 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
178.4 cm
6.5 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
200.7 cm
5.7 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
15.5 cm
1.5 cm more ground clearance than the average Sedan
20.1 cm
2 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
296 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
260.4 cm
12 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway has 328 L (VDA) of cargo space with the seats up, a figure that is below average for its segment, while the 2013 Tesla Model S has 744.7 L under the SAE system. Comparing maximum cargo space is a challenge here as 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway is measured at 1,108 L (VDA) while 2013 Tesla Model S uses the SAE standard. That said, the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway is way above average for the crossover segment.
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.
745 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.
1,645 L
N/A
Frunk capacity
150 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.
213.3 L per m (+66.6)
146.6 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.
108.6 L per m² (+26.5)
82.2 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
117 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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
400 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
745 L
349 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
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.
83%
VDA: below class average (-17%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 4-door 2013 Tesla Model S means slightly less convenience for rear-seat access compared to the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway. In terms of passenger capacity, there is no difference here, with both vehicles providing a maximum of 5 seats. You’ll find the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway a bit easier to flip around in a narrow street thanks to its 0.91 m turning circle advantage. The 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway is a featherweight compared to the 2013 Tesla Model S, which carries a huge 922 kg of additional weight.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.3 m (+0.9)
10.4 m
Curb weight
1,999 kg (+922)
1,077 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.3 m
0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
10.4 m
0.9 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,999 kg
477 kg heavier than the average Sedan
1,077 kg
555 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.
95%
5% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
110%
10% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2013 Tesla Model S or 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway fit in a standard parking space?
2013 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 39 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 26.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
39 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
26.5 cm
2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway 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 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
70 cm
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