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2017 Tesla Model 3 vs 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2

Side view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2
Side view of the 2017 Tesla Model 3

Tesla Model 3

2017

Ford F‑150

SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 2024

Select unit of measurement:

Which is bigger, the 2017 Tesla Model 3 or 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2?

Key dimensions: length, width, height

With a difference of 119.8 cm, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 sits in a completely different length bracket to the 2017 Tesla Model 3. The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 is a substantial 17.9 cm wider than the 2017 Tesla Model 3, which will be immediately obvious the moment you pull into a standard parking space. The difference in height is dramatic, with the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 standing 46.8 cm taller than the 2017 Tesla Model 3. There’s a clear shift in capability here, with the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 offering 6.8 cm more clearance than the 2017 Tesla Model 3. The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 is in a league of its own, with a wheelbase that is 81.8 cm longer than the 2017 Tesla Model 3.

Measurements

Length

469.5 cm

589.3 cm (+119.8)

Height

144.5 cm

191.3 cm (+46.8)

Width (excluding mirrors)

185 cm

202.9 cm (+17.9)

Width (including mirrors)

208.8 cm

243.1 cm (+6.8)

Ground clearance

14 cm

20.8 cm (+81.8)

Wheelbase

287.5 cm

369.3 cm (+3.3)

How each car compares with its class average

Length

469.5 cm

3.4 cm shorter than the average Sedan

589.3 cm

46.6 cm longer than the average Pickup

Height

144.5 cm

1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan

191.3 cm

4.5 cm taller than the average Pickup

Width (excluding mirrors)

185 cm

2 cm wider than the average Sedan

202.9 cm

8.5 cm wider than the average Pickup

Width (including mirrors)

208.8 cm

3.2 cm wider than the average Sedan

243.1 cm

20.2 cm wider than the average Pickup

Ground clearance

14 cm

Same ground clearance as the average Sedan

20.8 cm

2 cm less ground clearance than the average Pickup

Wheelbase

287.5 cm

9.4 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan

369.3 cm

38.3 cm longer wheelbase than the average Pickup

Front view

Front view of the 2017 Tesla Model 3
Front view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2

Cargo Capacity: which has more space?

Standard and largest cargo capacity

This isn't just a win; it's a blowout. With the seats up, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 provides 1,203 L (SAE) more room in the trunk for your belongings. The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 provides a typical 1,764 L for the pickup segment for cargo space with the seats 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.

561 L

1,764 L (+1,203)

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

Frunk capacity

88 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.

N/A

299.3 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

147.5 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.

561 L

165 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan

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.

120%

SAE: above class average (+20%)

Rear view

Rear view of the 2017 Tesla Model 3
Rear view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2

Details

Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability

There is no difference in door count here, as both vehicles utilise a 4-door layout. With one additional seat, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 can accommodate an extra passenger compared with the 2017 Tesla Model 3. The 2017 Tesla Model 3 can practically turn on a sixpence compared to the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2, which is hampered by a 3 m wider turning circle.

Measurements

Doors

4

4

Max. seats

5

6 (+1)

Turning circle

11.6 m

14.6 m (+3)

Curb weight

N/A

2,105 kg

How each car compares with its class average

Turning circle

11.6 m

0.5 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan

14.6 m

1.5 m larger turning circle than the average Pickup

Curb weight

N/A

2,105 kg

146 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.

96%

4% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan

88%

12% less manoeuvrable than the average Pickup

Parking

Will the 2017 Tesla Model 3 or 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 fit in a standard parking space?

2017 Tesla Model 3 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 40 cm at each end.

Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)

45 cm

Length clearance (at each end)

40 cm

2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 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.

Too large

For an average USA / Canada space: exceeds the bay's length by 40 cm.

Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)

36 cm

Length over bay

40 cm

Overall length. Primary constraint.

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