2008 Tesla Roadster vs 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning
Which is bigger, the 2008 Tesla Roadster or 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The figures show over 196.5 cm of separation between the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning and 2008 Tesla Roadster, which is a huge difference. The width difference is enormous, with the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning measuring 31.3 cm wider than the 2008 Tesla Roadster, which can translate to broader road presence and maybe more cabin shoulder room. There is a staggering 86.2 cm between their rooflines, with the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning looming high above the 2008 Tesla Roadster. There’s a clear shift in capability here, with the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning offering 8.3 cm more clearance than the 2008 Tesla Roadster. The 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning features a significantly longer wheelbase at 134.5 cm more than the 2008 Tesla Roadster, marking a potential leap in vehicle size.
Measurements
Length
394.6 cm
591.1 cm (+196.5)
Height
112.7 cm
198.9 cm (+86.2)
Body width
171.9 cm
203.2 cm (+31.3)
Width including mirrors
185.1 cm
243.8 cm (+58.7)
Ground clearance
13 cm
21.3 cm (+8.3)
Wheelbase
235.1 cm
369.6 cm (+134.5)
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
6.8 m²
12 m² (+5.2)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
394.6 cm
51.9 cm shorter than the average Sports car
591.1 cm
48.4 cm longer than the average Pickup
Height
112.7 cm
16.7 cm shorter than the average Sports car
198.9 cm
12.1 cm taller than the average Pickup
Body width
171.9 cm
15.3 cm narrower than the average Sports car
203.2 cm
8.8 cm wider than the average Pickup
Width including mirrors
185.1 cm
24.1 cm narrower than the average Sports car
243.8 cm
20.9 cm wider than the average Pickup
Ground clearance
13 cm
1.5 cm more ground clearance than the average Sports car
21.3 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Pickup
Wheelbase
235.1 cm
28.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Sports car
369.6 cm
38.6 cm longer wheelbase than the average Pickup
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
6.8 m²
1.6 m² smaller footprint than the average Sports car
12 m²
1.4 m² larger footprint than the average Pickup
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning offers a known 1,495 L (SAE) cargo capacity with its seats up, which is way above average for pickup vehicles. The 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning offers 1,495 L (SAE) of total cargo volume, which is typical for pickup.
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.
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
Frunk capacity
N/A
400 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.
N/A
252.9 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
124.5 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.
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
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 values compare with VDA class averages, and SAE values compare with SAE class averages. Positive percentages indicate more space efficiency and negative percentages indicate less.
+1%
SAE: More space efficient than the average Pickup
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Passengers will appreciate the additional doors on the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning when you're parked in tight spots, as they offer more entry options than the 2-door 2008 Tesla Roadster. Passenger space changes considerably here, as the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning includes 3 more seats than the 2008 Tesla Roadster. The 2008 Tesla Roadster can practically turn on a sixpence compared to the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning, which is hampered by a 3.5 m wider turning circle. You’ll feel every bit of that 1,493 kg difference when trying to accelerate or change direction in the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning compared to 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Measurements
Doors
2
4 (+2)
Max. seats
2
5 (+3)
Turning circle
11.1 m
14.6 m (+3.5)
Curb weight
1,235 kg
2,728 kg (+1,493)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.1 m
0.1 m smaller turning circle than the average Sports car
14.6 m
1.5 m larger turning circle than the average Pickup
Curb weight
1,235 kg
340 kg lighter than the average Sports car
2,728 kg
477 kg heavier than the average Pickup
DriveSize manoeuvrability
DriveSize manoeuvrability combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
A positive percentage means more manoeuvrable than the class average and a negative percentage means less manoeuvrable.
+7%
More manoeuvrable than the average Sports car
-12%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Pickup
Parking
Will the 2008 Tesla Roadster or 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning fit in a standard parking space?
2008 Tesla Roadster 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 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 51.5 cm per side, and length clearance is 77.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
51.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
77.5 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 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
35.5 cm
Length over bay
42 cm
Overall length. Primary constraint.
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Vehicle specifications on this page are sourced from official Tesla and Ford documentation. Unless the page identifies a specific trim, body style, powertrain or market version, DriveSize uses manufacturer-published specifications for the base model as its default reference. DriveSize standardises the published measurements and calculates the comparisons and derived figures shown. Figures can vary by market, model year, trim, powertrain, wheels, tyres and measurement method. How DriveSize sources and calculates these figures.