2021 Tesla Model S vs 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway
Which is bigger, the 2021 Tesla Model S or 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2021 Tesla Model S offers a massive 92.2 cm of extra length, which changes the silhouette and stance compared to the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway. At 20.3 cm wider, the 2021 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. A 10.5 cm difference in height ensures the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway is the more visible of the two in a busy car park compared to the 2021 Tesla Model S. With a 8.4 cm advantage in ground clearance, the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway is better equipped for unpaved roads and snowy conditions when compared to the 2021 Tesla Model S. The 2021 Tesla Model S provides a much more settled and secure feel at high speeds compared to the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway thanks to its 35.6 cm wheelbase advantage.
Measurements
Length
502.1 cm (+92.2)
409.9 cm
Height
143 cm
153.5 cm (+10.5)
Width (excluding mirrors)
198.7 cm (+20.3)
178.4 cm
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
200.7 cm (+8.4)
Ground clearance
11.7 cm (+35.6)
20.1 cm
Wheelbase
296 cm (+2.7)
260.4 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
502.1 cm
29.2 cm longer than the average Sedan
409.9 cm
42.7 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
143 cm
2.8 cm shorter than the average Sedan
153.5 cm
9.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
198.7 cm
15.7 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
11.7 cm
2.3 cm less 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
These two cars follow different measurement methods: VDA for the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway and SAE for the 2021 Tesla Model S, so instead of a direct cargo space comparison, segment averages are the best way to gauge their relative utility. The 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway’s 328 L capacity with seats up is below average for its class, and the 2021 Tesla Model S’s 709 L capacity is way above average for its class. These two brands use different logic for their total interior volume so it's impossible to compare them like-for-like; the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway provides 1,108 L (VDA) which for its segment is way above average, while the 2021 Tesla Model S is listed at 1,739 L (SAE) which is way above average for its 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.
709 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.
1,739 L
N/A
Frunk capacity
89 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 L per m (+66.4)
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.
107.2 L per m² (+25)
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.
709 L
313 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
With 1 more door(s) than the 2021 Tesla Model S, the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway should be more practical for those wanting to carry passengers or luggage. Both the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway and the 2021 Tesla Model S have seating for 5, so there is no difference in passenger capacity. Navigating multi-storey car parks would be much easier in the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway, which has a 1.91 m tighter turning circle than the 2021 Tesla Model S. You’ll feel every bit of that 998 kg difference when trying to accelerate or change direction in the 2021 Tesla Model S compared to 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
2,075 kg (+998)
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
2,075 kg
553 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 2021 Tesla Model S or 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway fit in a standard parking space?
2021 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 38 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 23.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
38 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
23.5 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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