2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning vs 2021 Tesla Model X
Which is bigger, the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning or 2021 Tesla Model X?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
With the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning being 85.4 cm longer, the contrast in body length becomes obvious. The 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning is barely wider than the 2021 Tesla Model X, with a tiny 3.3 cm gap that you’d need a tape measure to truly spot. The difference in height is dramatic, with the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning standing 30.9 cm taller than the 2021 Tesla Model X. The 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning can handle deeper ruts and taller bumps thanks to its 6.7 cm clearance advantage over the 2021 Tesla Model X. With a 73.1 cm shorter wheelbase the 2021 Tesla Model X is a master of tight spaces in comparison to the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning which would win as a master of the open road.
Measurements
Length
591.1 cm (+85.4)
505.7 cm
Height
198.9 cm (+30.9)
168 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
203.2 cm (+3.3)
199.9 cm
Width (including mirrors)
243.8 cm (+6.7)
227.1 cm
Ground clearance
21.3 cm (+73.1)
14.6 cm
Wheelbase
369.6 cm (+1.9)
296.5 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
591.1 cm
48.4 cm longer than the average Pickup
505.7 cm
53.1 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
198.9 cm
12.1 cm taller than the average Pickup
168 cm
5.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
203.2 cm
8.8 cm wider than the average Pickup
199.9 cm
15 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
243.8 cm
20.9 cm wider than the average Pickup
227.1 cm
20.7 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
21.3 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Pickup
14.6 cm
3.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
369.6 cm
38.6 cm longer wheelbase than the average Pickup
296.5 cm
24.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
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 2021 Tesla Model X 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.
1,495 L (+384)
1,111 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.
1,495 L
2,471 L (+976)
Frunk capacity
400 L (+217)
183 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.
252.9 L per m
313.8 L per m (+60.9)
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.
124.5 L per m²
157 L per m² (+32.5)
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.
1,495 L
58 L more cargo volume than the average Pickup
1,111 L
372 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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
2,471 L
600 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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%)
120%
SAE: above class average (+20%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With 1 more door(s) than the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning, the 2021 Tesla Model X should be more practical for those wanting to carry passengers or luggage. Both the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning and the 2021 Tesla Model X have seating for 5, so there is no difference in passenger capacity. Depending where you are, a 2.3 m increase in turning circle often marks the difference between a one-shot turn and a multi-point maneuver. The 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning is 391 kg heavier than the 2021 Tesla Model X, a gap that can influence acceleration, cornering response, and running costs.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
14.6 m (+2.3)
12.3 m
Curb weight
2,728 kg (+391)
2,337 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
14.6 m
1.5 m larger turning circle than the average Pickup
12.3 m
1.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
2,728 kg
477 kg heavier than the average Pickup
2,337 kg
705 kg heavier than the average Crossover
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
89%
11% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning or 2021 Tesla Model X fit in a standard parking space?
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.
2021 Tesla Model X 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 37.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 22 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
37.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
22 cm
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