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2017 Tesla Model 3 vs 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4

Side view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4
Side view of the 2017 Tesla Model 3

Tesla Model 3

2017

Ford F‑150

SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 2024

Select unit of measurement:

Which is bigger, the 2017 Tesla Model 3 or 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4?

Key dimensions: length, width, height

Measuring 119.8 cm longer than the 2017 Tesla Model 3, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 is a substantially larger vehicle that will require much more care in comparison when navigating tight car parks. If you have a narrow garage, take note as the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 is 17.9 cm wider than the 2017 Tesla Model 3, which could make for a tighter squeeze. The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 is an incredible 51.3 cm taller, which fundamentally alters the ease of access and the total volume of the interior relative to the 2017 Tesla Model 3. With a 10.9 cm advantage in ground clearance, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 is better equipped for unpaved roads and snowy conditions when compared to the 2017 Tesla Model 3. The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 and 2017 Tesla Model 3 exist at opposite ends of the spectrum, separated by a huge 81.8 cm wheelbase gap.

Measurements

Length

469.5 cm

589.3 cm (+119.8)

Height

144.5 cm

195.8 cm (+51.3)

Width (excluding mirrors)

185 cm

202.9 cm (+17.9)

Width (including mirrors)

208.8 cm

243.1 cm (+10.9)

Ground clearance

14 cm

24.9 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

195.8 cm

9 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

24.9 cm

2.1 cm more 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 4x4

Cargo Capacity: which has more space?

Standard and largest cargo capacity

The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4’s boot space advantage with the seats up is massive, offering 1,764 L against the 561 L (SAE) in the 2017 Tesla Model 3. With the rear seats down, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 provides 1,764 L of space when using the SAE measurement method, which is typical for pickup.

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 4x4

Details

Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability

In terms of door count, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 and 2017 Tesla Model 3 are matched exactly, each featuring 4 doors. With one additional seat, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 can accommodate an extra passenger compared with the 2017 Tesla Model 3. The steering disparity is vast; the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 requires a staggering 3 m of extra space to clear a turn than the 2017 Tesla Model 3.

Measurements

Doors

4

4

Max. seats

5

6 (+1)

Turning circle

11.6 m

14.6 m (+3)

Curb weight

N/A

2,220 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

2,220 kg

31 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 4x4 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 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.

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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