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2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 8ft bed 4x2 vs 2021 Tesla Model S

Side view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 8ft bed 4x2
Side view of the 2021 Tesla Model S

Ford F‑150

Regular Cab 8ft bed 4x2 2024

Tesla Model S

2021

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Which is bigger, the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 8ft bed 4x2 or 2021 Tesla Model S?

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

579.4 cm (+77.3)

502.1 cm

Height

190.5 cm (+47.5)

143 cm

Width (excluding mirrors)

202.9 cm (+4.2)

198.7 cm

Width (including mirrors)

243.1 cm (+9.1)

218.9 cm

Ground clearance

20.8 cm (+63.4)

11.7 cm

Wheelbase

359.4 cm (+1.8)

296 cm

How each car compares with its class average

Length

579.4 cm

36.7 cm longer than the average Pickup

502.1 cm

29.2 cm longer than the average Sedan

Height

190.5 cm

3.7 cm taller than the average Pickup

143 cm

2.8 cm shorter than the average Sedan

Width (excluding mirrors)

202.9 cm

8.5 cm wider than the average Pickup

198.7 cm

15.7 cm wider than the average Sedan

Width (including mirrors)

243.1 cm

20.2 cm wider than the average Pickup

218.9 cm

13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan

Ground clearance

20.8 cm

2 cm less ground clearance than the average Pickup

11.7 cm

2.3 cm less ground clearance than the average Sedan

Wheelbase

359.4 cm

28.4 cm longer wheelbase than the average Pickup

296 cm

17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan

Front view

Front view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 8ft bed 4x2
Front view of the 2021 Tesla Model S

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.

2,192 L (+1,483)

709 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.

2,192 L (+453)

1,739 L

Frunk capacity

N/A

89 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.

378.3 L per m (+165.3)

213 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.

186.5 L per m² (+79.3)

107.2 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.

2,192 L

755 L more cargo volume than the average Pickup

709 L

313 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan

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.

2,192 L

665 L more cargo volume than the average Pickup

1,739 L

Class benchmark unavailable.

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.

151%

SAE: above class average (+51%)

Rear view

Rear view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 8ft bed 4x2
Rear view of the 2021 Tesla Model S

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

2

4 (+2)

Max. seats

3

5 (+2)

Turning circle

14.1 m (+1.8)

12.3 m

Curb weight

1,994 kg

2,075 kg (+81)

How each car compares with its class average

Turning circle

14.1 m

1 m larger turning circle than the average Pickup

12.3 m

1.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan

Curb weight

1,994 kg

257 kg lighter than the average Pickup

2,075 kg

553 kg heavier than the average Sedan

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.

91%

9% less manoeuvrable than the average Pickup

89%

11% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan

Parking

Will the 2024 Ford F‑150 Regular Cab 8ft bed 4x2 or 2021 Tesla Model S fit in a standard parking space?

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 excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.

Too large

For an average USA / Canada space: exceeds the bay's length by 30 cm.

Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)

36 cm

Length over bay

30 cm

Overall length. Primary constraint.

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.

OK

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

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