2016 Tesla Model S vs 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway
Which is bigger, the 2016 Tesla Model S or 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
There is a clear gap in length here, with 2016 Tesla Model S measuring 87.1 cm longer than 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway. At 18 cm wider, the 2016 Tesla Model S has a noticeably broader stance than the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway, giving it a more planted feel on the road at the cost of some agility in parking spaces. The extra 9 cm of height in the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway creates a slightly more airy feel inside the cabin than in the 2016 Tesla Model S. With a 6.1 cm advantage in ground clearance, the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway is better equipped for unpaved roads and snowy conditions when compared to the 2016 Tesla Model S. With a 35.6 cm wheelbase advantage, the 2016 Tesla Model S is better for long-distance comfort, whereas the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway is better for agility.
Measurements
Length
497 cm (+87.1)
409.9 cm
Height
144.5 cm
153.5 cm (+9)
Width (excluding mirrors)
196.4 cm (+18)
178.4 cm
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
200.7 cm (+6.1)
Ground clearance
14 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
144.5 cm
1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
153.5 cm
9.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
196.4 cm
13.4 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
14 cm
Same ground clearance as 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
Because 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway (VDA) and 2016 Tesla Model S (SAE) use different measurement logic for their seats up cargo space, the numbers are difficult to compare. For context, the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway offers 328L, which is below average for crossovers. Because these two models use different measurement standards (VDA vs SAE) for total cargo volume, they can't be directly compared. But for context, the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway maximum capacity is way above average 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.
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
60 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 (+26.4)
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 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway offers more practicality with its 5 doors compared to the 4-door layout of the 2016 Tesla Model S. Both the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway and the 2016 Tesla Model S offer seating for 5, meaning they are equally capable when it comes to carrying passengers. When comparing the two, the 2016 Tesla Model S is much less suited to tight city centers, requiring a full 1.91 m more room to U-turn than the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway. The 2016 Tesla Model S is in a different weight class entirely, sitting 950 kg higher on the scales than the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12.3 m (+1.9)
10.4 m
Curb weight
2,027 kg (+950)
1,077 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12.3 m
1.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
10.4 m
0.9 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
2,027 kg
505 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.
89%
11% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
110%
10% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2016 Tesla Model S or 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway fit in a standard parking space?
2016 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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