2021 Volkswagen Polo vs 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2
Which is bigger, the 2021 Volkswagen Polo or 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
Measuring 181.9 cm longer than the 2021 Volkswagen Polo, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 is a substantially larger vehicle that will require much more care in comparison when navigating tight car parks. Head-on, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 looks significantly wider, extending 27.8 cm further than the 2021 Volkswagen Polo. The height contrast is vast; the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 stands a massive 46.4 cm taller than the 2021 Volkswagen Polo, completely changing the perspective from the driver's seat. The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 is a massive 114.1 cm longer in the wheelbase, offering a vast interior compared to the 2021 Volkswagen Polo.
Measurements
Length
407.4 cm
589.3 cm (+181.9)
Height
145.1 cm
191.5 cm (+46.4)
Width (excluding mirrors)
175.1 cm
202.9 cm (+27.8)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
243.1 cm
Ground clearance
N/A
20.8 cm (+114.1)
Wheelbase
255.2 cm
369.3 cm (+4.8)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
407.4 cm
7.8 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
589.3 cm
46.6 cm longer than the average Pickup
Height
145.1 cm
2.8 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
191.5 cm
4.7 cm taller than the average Pickup
Width (excluding mirrors)
175.1 cm
1.4 cm narrower than the average Hatchback
202.9 cm
8.5 cm wider than the average Pickup
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
243.1 cm
20.2 cm wider than the average Pickup
Ground clearance
N/A
20.8 cm
2 cm less ground clearance than the average Pickup
Wheelbase
255.2 cm
3.9 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Hatchback
369.3 cm
38.3 cm longer wheelbase than the average Pickup
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The SAE-rated 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 and VDA-rated 2021 Volkswagen Polo can't be compared directly for cargo space; however, 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 offers 1,495 L which is way above average for pickup. Because these two models use different measurement standards (VDA vs SAE) for total cargo volume, they can't be directly compared. But for context, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 maximum capacity is typical for its class.
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.
351 L
N/A
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
1,125 L
N/A
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.
N/A
1,495 L
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
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.
152.7 L per m
253.7 L per m (+101)
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.
87.2 L per m²
125 L per m² (+37.9)
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.
351 L
8 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
N/A
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
1,125 L
7 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
N/A
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.
N/A
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.
105%
VDA: above class average (+5%)
102%
SAE: above class average (+2%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Passengers will appreciate the additional doors on the 2021 Volkswagen Polo when you're parked in tight spots, as they offer more entry options than the 4-door 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2. With one additional seat, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 can accommodate an extra passenger compared with the 2021 Volkswagen Polo. If you drive both cars, you'll feel the extreme 4 m turning circle difference every time you try to park the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 in a standard bay. From an agility perspective, the 2021 Volkswagen Polo wins by a landslide, weighing 1,069 kg less than the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
6 (+1)
Turning circle
10.6 m
14.6 m (+4)
Curb weight
1,057 kg
2,126 kg (+1,069)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.6 m
0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
14.6 m
1.5 m larger turning circle than the average Pickup
Curb weight
1,057 kg
196 kg lighter than the average Hatchback
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.
100%
0% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
88%
12% less manoeuvrable than the average Pickup
Parking
Will the 2021 Volkswagen Polo or 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 5.5ft bed 4x2 fit in a standard parking space?
2021 Volkswagen Polo 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 49.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 71 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
49.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
71 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.
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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