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2017 Tesla Model 3 vs 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2

Side view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2
Side view of the 2017 Tesla Model 3

Tesla Model 3

2017

Ford F‑150

SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 2024

Select unit of measurement:

Which is bigger, the 2017 Tesla Model 3 or 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2?

Key dimensions: length, width, height

With a difference of 119.8 cm, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 sits in a completely different length bracket to the 2017 Tesla Model 3. Head-on, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 looks significantly wider, extending 17.9 cm further than the 2017 Tesla Model 3. The roofline of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 is 47 cm higher than that of the 2017 Tesla Model 3, making the contrast immediately noticeable. The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 can handle deeper ruts and taller bumps thanks to its 6.8 cm clearance advantage over the 2017 Tesla Model 3. The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 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

191.5 cm (+47)

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

191.5 cm

4.7 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 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2

Cargo Capacity: which has more space?

Standard and largest cargo capacity

If you want cargo room with the seats up, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2’s 1,495 L capacity offers a staggering 934 L (SAE) lead over the 2017 Tesla Model 3. The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 is the only model in this pair with confirmed cargo stats, with a 1,495 L (SAE) capacity with the seats down that is typical for its class.

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

1,495 L (+934)

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

1,495 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

253.7 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

125 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

1,495 L

58 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

1,495 L

32 L less 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.

102%

SAE: above class average (+2%)

Rear view

Rear view of the 2017 Tesla Model 3
Rear view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2

Details

Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability

Neither vehicle differs on door layout, as the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 and 2017 Tesla Model 3 both feature a 4-door design. If you occasionally need to carry one more person, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 is better suited, offering an extra seat over the 2017 Tesla Model 3. The 2017 Tesla Model 3 is in a different league of agility, requiring a massive 3 m less space to turn than the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2.

Measurements

Doors

4

4

Max. seats

5

6 (+1)

Turning circle

11.6 m

14.6 m (+3)

Curb weight

N/A

2,126 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

2,126 kg

125 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 SuperCrew 5.5ft 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 SuperCrew 5.5ft 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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