2013 Tesla Model S vs 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning
Which is bigger, the 2013 Tesla Model S or 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning offers a massive 94.1 cm of extra length, which changes the silhouette and stance compared to the 2013 Tesla Model S. At 6.9 cm wider, the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning occupies a bit more of the lane than the 2013 Tesla Model S, giving it more road presence. The roofline of the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning is 56.2 cm higher than that of the 2013 Tesla Model S, making the contrast immediately noticeable. Sitting with 5.8 cm higher ground clearance, the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning is better prepared for those unexpected potholes than the 2013 Tesla Model S. The 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning and 2013 Tesla Model S exist at opposite ends of the spectrum, separated by a huge 73.6 cm wheelbase gap.
Measurements
Length
497 cm
591.1 cm (+94.1)
Height
142.7 cm
198.9 cm (+56.2)
Width (excluding mirrors)
196.3 cm
203.2 cm (+6.9)
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
243.8 cm (+5.8)
Ground clearance
15.5 cm
21.3 cm (+73.6)
Wheelbase
296 cm
369.6 cm (+2.3)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
497 cm
24.1 cm longer than the average Sedan
591.1 cm
48.4 cm longer than the average Pickup
Height
142.7 cm
3.1 cm shorter than the average Sedan
198.9 cm
12.1 cm taller than the average Pickup
Width (excluding mirrors)
196.3 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
203.2 cm
8.8 cm wider than the average Pickup
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
243.8 cm
20.9 cm wider than the average Pickup
Ground clearance
15.5 cm
1.5 cm more ground clearance than the average Sedan
21.3 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Pickup
Wheelbase
296 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
369.6 cm
38.6 cm longer wheelbase than the average Pickup
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Rarely do you see such a divide in cargo space. The 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning is the definitive winner for the weekly shop with the seats up, but the 2013 Tesla Model S is the undeniable master of maximum volume 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
1,495 L (+750)
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 (+150)
1,495 L
Frunk capacity
150 L
400 L (+250)
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
252.9 L per m (+39.7)
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
124.5 L per m² (+15.8)
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
1,495 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.
1,645 L
Class benchmark unavailable.
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.
101%
SAE: above class average (+1%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Neither vehicle differs on door layout, as the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning and 2013 Tesla Model S both feature a 4-door design. Both 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning and 2013 Tesla Model S are designed to accommodate up to 5 people. The 2013 Tesla Model S is in a different league of agility, requiring a massive 3.3 m less space to turn than the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning. You’ll feel every bit of that 729 kg difference when trying to accelerate or change direction in the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning compared to 2013 Tesla Model S.
Measurements
Doors
4
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.3 m
14.6 m (+3.3)
Curb weight
1,999 kg
2,728 kg (+729)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.3 m
0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
14.6 m
1.5 m larger turning circle than the average Pickup
Curb weight
1,999 kg
477 kg heavier than the average Sedan
2,728 kg
477 kg heavier 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.
95%
5% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
88%
12% less manoeuvrable than the average Pickup
Parking
Will the 2013 Tesla Model S or 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning fit in a standard parking space?
2013 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.
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
2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning 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 42 cm.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
35.5 cm
Length over bay
42 cm
Overall length. Primary constraint.
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