2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 vs 2024 Volkswagen Golf
Which is bigger, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 or 2024 Volkswagen Golf?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At over 161.1 cm longer, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 occupies a much larger footprint than the 2024 Volkswagen Golf, which translates to a more imposing road presence and requires larger parking spots. At 24 cm wider, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 would better suit the open road, while the 2024 Volkswagen Golf would win for turning tight corners in a direct comparison. There is no subtlety to the difference here, as the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 towers 43.2 cm above the 2024 Volkswagen Golf. With a 107.3 cm shorter wheelbase the 2024 Volkswagen Golf is a master of tight spaces in comparison to the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 which would win as a master of the open road.
Measurements
Length
589.3 cm (+161.1)
428.2 cm
Height
191.5 cm (+43.2)
148.3 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
202.9 cm (+24)
178.9 cm
Width (including mirrors)
243.1 cm
207.3 cm
Ground clearance
20.8 cm (+107.3)
N/A
Wheelbase
369.3 cm (+4.3)
262 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
589.3 cm
46.6 cm longer than the average Pickup
428.2 cm
13 cm longer than the average Hatchback
Height
191.5 cm
4.7 cm taller than the average Pickup
148.3 cm
0.4 cm taller than the average Hatchback
Width (excluding mirrors)
202.9 cm
8.5 cm wider than the average Pickup
178.9 cm
2.4 cm wider than the average Hatchback
Width (including mirrors)
243.1 cm
20.2 cm wider than the average Pickup
207.3 cm
7.8 cm wider than the average Hatchback
Ground clearance
20.8 cm
2 cm less ground clearance than the average Pickup
N/A
Wheelbase
369.3 cm
38.3 cm longer wheelbase than the average Pickup
262 cm
2.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Due to the differing VDA vs SAE measurement methods, a direct comparison for cargo space isn't possible, but the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2’s 1,495 L is way above average for its class. The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2's 1,495 L (SAE) capacity with the seats down is typical for its segment.
Measurements
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
N/A
381 L
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.
1,495 L
N/A
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.
1,495 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.
253.7 L per m
N/A
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.
125 L per m²
N/A
How each car compares with its class average
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
N/A
381 L
38 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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.
1,495 L
58 L more cargo volume than the average Pickup
N/A
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.
1,495 L
32 L less cargo volume than the average Pickup
N/A
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
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 trades the extra access points of the 2024 Volkswagen Golf for a more cohesive and solid body design with just 4 doors. The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 gains the edge with an extra seat, allowing you to carry one additional passenger. If you drive both cars, you'll feel the extreme 3.5 m turning circle difference every time you try to park the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 in a standard bay. There's a monumental difference in mass; the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 is a staggering 819 kg heavier than the 2024 Volkswagen Golf.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
6 (+1)
5
Turning circle
14.6 m (+3.5)
11.1 m
Curb weight
2,126 kg (+819)
1,307 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
14.6 m
1.5 m larger turning circle than the average Pickup
11.1 m
0.7 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
Curb weight
2,126 kg
125 kg lighter than the average Pickup
1,307 kg
54 kg heavier than the average Hatchback
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.
88%
12% less manoeuvrable than the average Pickup
94%
6% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
Parking
Will the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 or 2024 Volkswagen Golf fit in a standard parking space?
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.
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.
2024 Volkswagen Golf 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.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 48 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 60.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
60.5 cm
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