2008 Tesla Roadster vs 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2
Which is bigger, the 2008 Tesla Roadster or 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
With 137.3 cm between them, these two vehicles sit at opposite ends of the length scale. There is a major difference in width, with the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2 being 31 cm wider than the 2008 Tesla Roadster, resulting in a more commanding footprint that may benefit comfort and stability, but has reduced manoeuvrability in confined areas in comparison. The height contrast is vast; the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2 stands a massive 78.8 cm taller than the 2008 Tesla Roadster, completely changing the perspective from the driver's seat. The 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2 can handle deeper ruts and taller bumps thanks to its 8.1 cm clearance advantage over the 2008 Tesla Roadster. The 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2 is a massive 76.8 cm longer in the wheelbase, offering a vast interior compared to the 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Measurements
Length
394.6 cm
531.9 cm (+137.3)
Height
112.7 cm
191.5 cm (+78.8)
Width (excluding mirrors)
171.9 cm
202.9 cm (+31)
Width (including mirrors)
185.1 cm
243.1 cm (+8.1)
Ground clearance
13 cm
21.1 cm (+76.8)
Wheelbase
235.1 cm
311.9 cm (+4)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
394.6 cm
51.9 cm shorter than the average Sports car
531.9 cm
10.8 cm shorter than the average Pickup
Height
112.7 cm
16.7 cm shorter than the average Sports car
191.5 cm
4.7 cm taller than the average Pickup
Width (excluding mirrors)
171.9 cm
15.3 cm narrower than the average Sports car
202.9 cm
8.5 cm wider than the average Pickup
Width (including mirrors)
185.1 cm
24.1 cm narrower than the average Sports car
243.1 cm
20.2 cm wider than the average Pickup
Ground clearance
13 cm
1.5 cm more ground clearance than the average Sports car
21.1 cm
1.7 cm less ground clearance than the average Pickup
Wheelbase
235.1 cm
28.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Sports car
311.9 cm
19.1 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Pickup
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
With its seats up, the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2 has 1,764 L of space for your belongings, which is way above average for its segment. The 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2 is the only model in this pair with confirmed cargo stats, with a 1,764 L (SAE) capacity with the seats down that is typical for its class.
Measurements
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
1,764 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
1,764 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.
N/A
331.6 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.
N/A
163.5 L per m²
How each car compares with its class average
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
1,764 L
327 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
1,764 L
237 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.
133%
SAE: above class average (+33%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
In terms of door count, the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2 and 2008 Tesla Roadster are matched exactly, each featuring 2 doors. Thanks to its extra seat, the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2 is able to carry one additional passenger over the 2008 Tesla Roadster. If you drive these cars, you'll notice the 2008 Tesla Roadster is significantly more responsive in U-turns, clearing them with 1.55 m to spare over the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2. From an agility perspective, the 2008 Tesla Roadster wins by a landslide, weighing 757 kg less than the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2.
Measurements
Doors
2
2
Max. seats
2
3 (+1)
Turning circle
11.1 m
12.6 m (+1.5)
Curb weight
1,235 kg
1,992 kg (+757)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.1 m
0.1 m smaller turning circle than the average Sports car
12.6 m
0.5 m smaller turning circle than the average Pickup
Curb weight
1,235 kg
340 kg lighter than the average Sports car
1,992 kg
259 kg lighter 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.
107%
7% more manoeuvrable than the average Sports car
101%
1% more manoeuvrable than the average Pickup
Parking
Will the 2008 Tesla Roadster or 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2 fit in a standard parking space?
2008 Tesla Roadster 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 51.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 77.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
51.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
77.5 cm
2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2 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 36 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 9 cm at each end. Primary constraint: length.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
36 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
9 cm
Primary constraint.
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