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2021 Tesla Model S 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 2021 Tesla Model S

Tesla Model S

2021

Ford F‑150

SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 2024

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Which is bigger, the 2021 Tesla Model S or 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2?

Key dimensions: length, width, height

At 87.2 cm longer, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 sits well ahead in terms of overall length. When it comes to tight city streets, both the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 and 2021 Tesla Model S will feel near identical, as the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 is only 4.2 cm wider. The height contrast is vast; the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 stands a massive 48.3 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 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 offering 9.1 cm more clearance than the 2021 Tesla Model S. The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 and 2021 Tesla Model S exist at opposite ends of the spectrum, separated by a huge 73.3 cm wheelbase gap.

Measurements

Length

502.1 cm

589.3 cm (+87.2)

Height

143 cm

191.3 cm (+48.3)

Width (excluding mirrors)

198.7 cm

202.9 cm (+4.2)

Width (including mirrors)

218.9 cm

243.1 cm (+9.1)

Ground clearance

11.7 cm

20.8 cm (+73.3)

Wheelbase

296 cm

369.3 cm (+2)

How each car compares with its class average

Length

502.1 cm

29.2 cm longer than the average Sedan

589.3 cm

46.6 cm longer than the average Pickup

Height

143 cm

2.8 cm shorter than the average Sedan

191.3 cm

4.5 cm taller than the average Pickup

Width (excluding mirrors)

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

369.3 cm

38.3 cm longer wheelbase than the average Pickup

Front view

Front view of the 2021 Tesla Model S
Front view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2

Cargo Capacity: which has more space?

Standard and largest cargo capacity

Both cargo configurations favour the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2, which beats the 2021 Tesla Model S by a massive 1,055 L in the boot with the seats up and by a slight 25 L (SAE) with the seats flat.

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

1,764 L (+1,055)

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

1,764 L (+25)

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

299.3 L per m (+86.3)

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

147.5 L per m² (+40.3)

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

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.

1,739 L

Class benchmark unavailable.

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 2021 Tesla Model S
Rear view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2

Details

Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability

Both the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 and 2021 Tesla Model S come with a 4-door setup, providing identical passenger access. With an extra seat, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 allows for that one additional passenger. If you drive these cars, you'll notice the 2021 Tesla Model S is significantly more responsive in U-turns, clearing them with 2.3 m to spare over the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2. You’d need a weighbridge to spot the difference; the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 sits just 30 kg above the 2021 Tesla Model S.

Measurements

Doors

4

4

Max. seats

5

6 (+1)

Turning circle

12.3 m

14.6 m (+2.3)

Curb weight

2,075 kg

2,105 kg (+30)

How each car compares with its class average

Turning circle

12.3 m

1.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan

14.6 m

1.5 m larger turning circle than the average Pickup

Curb weight

2,075 kg

553 kg heavier than the average Sedan

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.

89%

11% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan

88%

12% less manoeuvrable than the average Pickup

Parking

Will the 2021 Tesla Model S or 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft 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 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

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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