2021 Tesla Model S vs 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 8ft bed 4x2
Which is bigger, the 2021 Tesla Model S or 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 8ft bed 4x2?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
Measured bumper to bumper, 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 8ft bed 4x2 extends 77.3 cm beyond 2021 Tesla Model S, marking a substantial length advantage. In terms of width, there is almost nothing between them; the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 8ft bed 4x2 is a mere 4.2 cm wider than the 2021 Tesla Model S. The height contrast is vast; the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 8ft bed 4x2 stands a massive 47.5 cm taller than the 2021 Tesla Model S, 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 8ft bed 4x2 offering 9.1 cm more clearance than the 2021 Tesla Model S. With a 63.4 cm shorter wheelbase, the 2021 Tesla Model S is the clear winner for tight multi-storey car parks compared to the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 8ft bed 4x2.
Measurements
Length
502.1 cm
579.4 cm (+77.3)
Height
143 cm
190.5 cm (+47.5)
Body width
198.7 cm
202.9 cm (+4.2)
Width including mirrors
218.9 cm
243.1 cm (+24.2)
Ground clearance
11.7 cm
20.8 cm (+9.1)
Wheelbase
296 cm
359.4 cm (+63.4)
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
10 m²
11.8 m² (+1.8)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
502.1 cm
29.2 cm longer than the average Sedan
579.4 cm
36.7 cm longer than the average Pickup
Height
143 cm
2.8 cm shorter than the average Sedan
190.5 cm
3.7 cm taller than the average Pickup
Body width
198.7 cm
15.7 cm wider than the average Sedan
202.9 cm
8.5 cm wider than the average Pickup
Width including mirrors
218.9 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
243.1 cm
20.2 cm wider than the average Pickup
Ground clearance
11.7 cm
2.3 cm less ground clearance than the average Sedan
20.8 cm
2 cm less ground clearance than the average Pickup
Wheelbase
296 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
359.4 cm
28.4 cm longer wheelbase than the average Pickup
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
10 m²
1.3 m² larger footprint than the average Sedan
11.8 m²
1.2 m² larger footprint than the average Pickup
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 8ft bed 4x2 takes the lead in both seating states, providing an extra 1,483 L for your luggage with the seats up and a small 453 L (SAE) more with them down.
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.
709 L
2,192 L (+1,483)
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
2,192 L (+453)
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
378.3 L per m (+165.3)
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
186.5 L per m² (+79.3)
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.
709 L
313 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
2,192 L
755 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.
1,739 L
Class benchmark unavailable.
2,192 L
665 L more cargo volume than the average Pickup
DriveSize space efficiency
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 values compare with VDA class averages, and SAE values compare with SAE class averages. Positive percentages indicate more space efficiency and negative percentages indicate less.
+51%
SAE: More space efficient than the average Pickup
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With 2 more door(s) than the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 8ft bed 4x2, the 2021 Tesla Model S should be more practical for those wanting to carry passengers or luggage. The decent 2-seat difference in passenger capacity means the 2021 Tesla Model S is more family-friendly than the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 8ft bed 4x2. Depending where you are, a 1.8 m increase in turning circle often marks the difference between a one-shot turn and a multi-point maneuver. There’s a clear weight distinction here, with the 2021 Tesla Model S being 81 kg more than its rival.
Measurements
Doors
4 (+2)
2
Max. seats
5 (+2)
3
Turning circle
12.3 m
14.1 m (+1.8)
Curb weight
2,075 kg (+81)
1,994 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12.3 m
1.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
14.1 m
1 m larger turning circle than the average Pickup
Curb weight
2,075 kg
553 kg heavier than the average Sedan
1,994 kg
257 kg lighter than the average Pickup
DriveSize manoeuvrability
DriveSize manoeuvrability combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
A positive percentage means more manoeuvrable than the class average and a negative percentage means less manoeuvrable.
-11%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
-9%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Pickup
Parking
Will the 2021 Tesla Model S or 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 8ft bed 4x2 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 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, and length clearance is 23.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
38 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
23.5 cm
2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 8ft 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 where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: exceeds the bay's length by 30 cm.
Body side clearance
36 cm
Length over bay
30 cm
Overall length. Primary constraint.
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