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2016 Tesla Model S 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 2016 Tesla Model S

Tesla Model S

2016

Ford F‑150

SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 2024

Select unit of measurement:

Which is bigger, the 2016 Tesla Model S or 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4?

Key dimensions: length, width, height

There is a clear gap in length here, with 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 measuring 92.3 cm longer than 2016 Tesla Model S. The 2016 Tesla Model S is the leaner of the two, sitting 6.5 cm narrower than the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 for easier navigation through city traffic. The roofline of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 is 51.3 cm higher than that of the 2016 Tesla Model S, making the contrast immediately noticeable. The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 clears an additional 10.9 cm from the ground, ensuring its undercarriage stays safer from the road than the 2016 Tesla Model S. The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 and 2016 Tesla Model S exist at opposite ends of the spectrum, separated by a huge 73.3 cm wheelbase gap.

Measurements

Length

497 cm

589.3 cm (+92.3)

Height

144.5 cm

195.8 cm (+51.3)

Width (excluding mirrors)

196.4 cm

202.9 cm (+6.5)

Width (including mirrors)

218.9 cm

243.1 cm (+10.9)

Ground clearance

14 cm

24.9 cm (+73.3)

Wheelbase

296 cm

369.3 cm (+2.2)

How each car compares with its class average

Length

497 cm

24.1 cm longer 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)

196.4 cm

13.4 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

14 cm

Same ground clearance as the average Sedan

24.9 cm

2.1 cm more 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 2016 Tesla Model S
Front view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4

Cargo Capacity: which has more space?

Standard and largest cargo capacity

Whether you use the boot or the full cabin for cargo space, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 is roomier, offering a massive 1,019.3 L more space with the seats up and a noticeable 118.8 L (SAE) more 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.

745 L

1,764 L (+1,019)

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.

1,645 L

1,764 L (+119)

Frunk capacity

60 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.

213.3 L per m

299.3 L per m (+86.1)

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.

108.6 L per m²

147.5 L per m² (+38.9)

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.

745 L

349 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.

1,645 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 2016 Tesla Model S
Rear view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4

Details

Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability

When it comes to doors, there is no difference between the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 and 2016 Tesla Model S, with each using a 4-door configuration. The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 gains the edge with an extra seat, allowing you to carry one additional passenger. If you drive these cars, you'll notice the 2016 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 4x4. At 193 kg heavier, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 sits in a very different weight class to the 2016 Tesla Model S, something that can have a noticeable impact on performance, economy, and wear on consumables.

Measurements

Doors

4

4

Max. seats

5

6 (+1)

Turning circle

12.3 m

14.6 m (+2.3)

Curb weight

2,027 kg

2,220 kg (+193)

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

2,027 kg

505 kg heavier than the average Sedan

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.

89%

11% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan

88%

12% less manoeuvrable than the average Pickup

Parking

Will the 2016 Tesla Model S or 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 fit in a standard parking space?

2016 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 39 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 26.5 cm at each end.

Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)

39 cm

Length clearance (at each end)

26.5 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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