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2024 Volkswagen Passat vs 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2

Side view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2
Side view of the 2024 Volkswagen Passat

Volkswagen Passat

2024

Ford F‑150

Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2 2024

Side view of the 2024 Volkswagen Passat
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Which is bigger, the 2024 Volkswagen Passat or 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2?

Key dimensions: length, width, height

The 40.2 cm length difference creates a clear divide in front-to-rear dimensions. At 18 cm wider, the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2 has a noticeably broader stance than the 2024 Volkswagen Passat, giving it a more planted feel on the road at the cost of some agility in parking spaces. The roofline of the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2 is 41.8 cm higher than that of the 2024 Volkswagen Passat, making the contrast immediately noticeable. The 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2 offers 27.8 cm more between the tires thanks to its wheelbase advantage, which is usually a sign of a more spacious cabin.

Measurements

Length

491.7 cm

531.9 cm (+40.2)

Height

149.7 cm

191.5 cm (+41.8)

Width (excluding mirrors)

184.9 cm

202.9 cm (+18)

Width (including mirrors)

N/A

243.1 cm

Ground clearance

N/A

21.1 cm (+27.8)

Wheelbase

284.1 cm

311.9 cm (+1.7)

How each car compares with its class average

Length

491.7 cm

17.2 cm longer than the average Estate

531.9 cm

10.8 cm shorter than the average Pickup

Height

149.7 cm

2.4 cm taller than the average Estate

191.5 cm

4.7 cm taller than the average Pickup

Width (excluding mirrors)

184.9 cm

0.8 cm wider than the average Estate

202.9 cm

8.5 cm wider than the average Pickup

Width (including mirrors)

N/A

243.1 cm

20.2 cm wider than the average Pickup

Ground clearance

N/A

21.1 cm

1.7 cm less ground clearance than the average Pickup

Wheelbase

284.1 cm

6.4 cm longer wheelbase than the average Estate

311.9 cm

19.1 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Pickup

Front view

Front view of the 2024 Volkswagen Passat
Front view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2

Cargo Capacity: which has more space?

Standard and largest cargo capacity

2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2 offers 1,764 L using the SAE method, which is way above average for its segment. 2024 Volkswagen Passat's 690 L uses the different VDA standard, and is above average for its segment. We can't declare a definitive winner on cargo space alone due to the differing VDA and SAE standards for these two vehicles, but the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2 has typical space for its size 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.

690 L

N/A

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.

1,920 L

N/A

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.

227.9 L per m

331.6 L per m (+103.8)

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.

123.2 L per m²

163.5 L per m² (+40.2)

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.

690 L

142 L more cargo volume than the average Estate

N/A

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.

1,920 L

351 L more cargo volume than the average Estate

N/A

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.

119%

VDA: above class average (+19%)

133%

SAE: above class average (+33%)

Rear view

Rear view of the 2024 Volkswagen Passat
Rear view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2

Details

Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability

With 5 doors, the 2024 Volkswagen Passat offers more points of entry than the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2, which typically makes loading passengers or gear into the back easier. Passenger space changes considerably here, as the 2024 Volkswagen Passat includes 2 more seats than the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2. The 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2 needs only a whisker more room to U-turn at 0.6 m wider, a difference you’d rarely notice in daily driving. The 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2 outweighs the 2024 Volkswagen Passat by 414 kg, and that extra mass may contribute to a more solid feel on the road while increasing fuel use and reducing responsiveness in comparison.

Measurements

Doors

5 (+3)

2

Max. seats

5 (+2)

3

Turning circle

12 m

12.6 m (+0.6)

Curb weight

1,578 kg

1,992 kg (+414)

How each car compares with its class average

Turning circle

12 m

0.8 m larger turning circle than the average Estate

12.6 m

0.5 m smaller turning circle than the average Pickup

Curb weight

1,578 kg

17 kg lighter than the average Estate

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.

94%

6% less manoeuvrable than the average Estate

101%

1% more manoeuvrable than the average Pickup

Parking

Will the 2024 Volkswagen Passat or 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x2 fit in a standard parking space?

2024 Volkswagen Passat 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.

OK

For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 45 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 29 cm at each end.

Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)

45 cm

Length clearance (at each end)

29 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.

Tight

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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