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2021 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 2021 Tesla Model S

Tesla Model S

2021

Ford F‑150

SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 2024

Select unit of measurement:

Which is bigger, the 2021 Tesla Model S or 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4?

Key dimensions: length, width, height

The figures show the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 is 87.2 cm longer in comparison to the 2021 Tesla Model S, which is a significant difference. In terms of width, there is almost nothing between them; the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 is a mere 4.2 cm wider than the 2021 Tesla Model S. The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 is an incredible 52.8 cm taller, which fundamentally alters the ease of access and the total volume of the interior relative to the 2021 Tesla Model S. The difference is substantial here, with the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 offering 13.2 cm more ground clearance than the 2021 Tesla Model S. The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 is in a league of its own, with a wheelbase that is 73.3 cm longer than the 2021 Tesla Model S.

Measurements

Length

502.1 cm

589.3 cm (+87.2)

Height

143 cm

195.8 cm (+52.8)

Width (excluding mirrors)

198.7 cm

202.9 cm (+4.2)

Width (including mirrors)

218.9 cm

243.1 cm (+13.2)

Ground clearance

11.7 cm

24.9 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

195.8 cm

9 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

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 2021 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 seats are up or down, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 wins, offering a massive 1,055 L and a slight 25 L (SAE) lead.

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 4x4

Details

Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability

Both vehicles offer the same entry arrangement, with the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 and 2021 Tesla Model S each built in a 4-door format. The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 gains the edge with an extra seat, allowing you to carry one additional passenger. There is a significant gap in agility here; the 2021 Tesla Model S can spin around in a space 2.3 m smaller than the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4. The 145 kg weight difference is enough to influence fuel efficiency and brake wear over the long term.

Measurements

Doors

4

4

Max. seats

5

6 (+1)

Turning circle

12.3 m

14.6 m (+2.3)

Curb weight

2,075 kg

2,220 kg (+145)

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

2,220 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 2021 Tesla Model S or 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 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 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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