2021 Volkswagen ID.4 vs 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x4
Which is bigger, the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 or 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x4?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x4 offers a massive 73.5 cm of extra length, which changes the silhouette and stance compared to the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4. At 17.7 cm wider, the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x4 would better suit the open road, while the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 would win for turning tight corners in a direct comparison. The height contrast is vast; the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x4 stands a massive 34.1 cm taller than the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4, completely changing the perspective from the driver's seat. There’s a clear shift in capability here, with the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x4 offering 8.9 cm more clearance than the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4. Spanning an extra 35.3 cm from axle to axle, the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x4 has a wheelbase that will allow for better passenger room than the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4.
Measurements
Length
458.4 cm
531.9 cm (+73.5)
Height
161.2 cm
195.3 cm (+34.1)
Width (excluding mirrors)
185.2 cm
202.9 cm (+17.7)
Width (including mirrors)
210.8 cm
243.1 cm (+8.9)
Ground clearance
16 cm
24.9 cm (+35.3)
Wheelbase
276.6 cm
311.9 cm (+2.3)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
458.4 cm
5.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
531.9 cm
10.8 cm shorter than the average Pickup
Height
161.2 cm
1.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
195.3 cm
8.5 cm taller than the average Pickup
Width (excluding mirrors)
185.2 cm
0.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
202.9 cm
8.5 cm wider than the average Pickup
Width (including mirrors)
210.8 cm
4.4 cm wider than the average Crossover
243.1 cm
20.2 cm wider than the average Pickup
Ground clearance
16 cm
2.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
24.9 cm
2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average Pickup
Wheelbase
276.6 cm
4.2 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
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
This is a significant split in design; the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x4 offers a massive 906 L advantage for your luggage, yet the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 counters with a huge 54 L lead for total hauling with the seats down.
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.
543 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.
1,575 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.
858 L
1,764 L (+906)
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.
1,818 L (+54)
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.
197.3 L per m
331.6 L per m (+134.4)
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.
106.5 L per m²
163.5 L per m² (+56.9)
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.
543 L
98 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
1,575 L
67 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
858 L
119 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
1,818 L
53 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
108%
VDA: above class average (+8%)
133%
SAE: above class average (+33%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With an extra 3 doors, the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 makes loading child seats or shopping easier than in the 2-door 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x4. The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 can handle 2 additional passengers than the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x4, which is a decent step up in practicality. The maneuverability is nearly the same, with the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 holding a slim 2.4 m turning circle advantage. The 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x4 carries a substantial 220 kg weight increase over the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4, meaning it may feel more planted and robust, but also less nimble in everyday driving.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+3)
2
Max. seats
5 (+2)
3
Turning circle
10.2 m
12.6 m (+2.4)
Curb weight
1,891 kg
2,111 kg (+220)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.2 m
1 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
12.6 m
0.5 m smaller turning circle than the average Pickup
Curb weight
1,891 kg
259 kg heavier than the average Crossover
2,111 kg
140 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 Crossover
101%
1% more manoeuvrable than the average Pickup
Parking
Will the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 or 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x4 fit in a standard parking space?
2021 Volkswagen ID.4 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 44.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 45.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
44.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
45.5 cm
2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 4x4 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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