2022 Toyota RAV4 vs 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning
Which is bigger, the 2022 Toyota RAV4 or 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
With a length difference of 131.6 cm, the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning and 2022 Toyota RAV4 are worlds apart. If you have a narrow garage, take note as the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning is 17.8 cm wider than the 2022 Toyota RAV4, which could make for a tighter squeeze. There is no subtlety to the difference here, as the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning towers 28.7 cm above the 2022 Toyota RAV4. Whether you choose the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning or the 2022 Toyota RAV4, you’ll be dealing with the exact same level of road clearance as they share the same 21.3 cm ground clearance. The 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning features a significantly longer wheelbase at 100.6 cm more than the 2022 Toyota RAV4, marking a potential leap in vehicle size.
Measurements
Length
459.5 cm
591.1 cm (+131.6)
Height
170.2 cm
198.9 cm (+28.7)
Width (excluding mirrors)
185.4 cm
203.2 cm (+17.8)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
243.8 cm
Ground clearance
21.3 cm
21.3 cm (+100.6)
Wheelbase
269 cm
369.6 cm (+3.5)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
459.5 cm
6.9 cm longer than the average Crossover
591.1 cm
48.4 cm longer than the average Pickup
Height
170.2 cm
7.4 cm taller than the average Crossover
198.9 cm
12.1 cm taller than the average Pickup
Width (excluding mirrors)
185.4 cm
0.5 cm wider than the average Crossover
203.2 cm
8.8 cm wider than the average Pickup
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
243.8 cm
20.9 cm wider than the average Pickup
Ground clearance
21.3 cm
3.2 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
21.3 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Pickup
Wheelbase
269 cm
3.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
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
This is a significant split in design; the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning offers a massive 430 L advantage for your luggage, yet the 2022 Toyota RAV4 counters with a huge 482 L lead for total hauling with the seats down.
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.
580 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.
1,690 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.
1,065 L
1,495 L (+430)
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.
1,977 L (+482)
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.
210.8 L per m
252.9 L per m (+42.1)
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.
113.7 L per m²
124.5 L per m² (+10.8)
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.
580 L
135 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
1,690 L
182 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
1,065 L
326 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
1,977 L
106 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
115%
VDA: above class average (+15%)
101%
SAE: above class average (+1%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Choosing the 2022 Toyota RAV4 gains you extra access points, making its 5-door layout more versatile for daily duties than the 4-door 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning. There is no advantage for either model when it comes to passenger numbers, since both offer a 5-seat configuration. If you drive both cars, you'll feel the extreme 3.6 m turning circle difference every time you try to park the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning in a standard bay. From an agility perspective, the 2022 Toyota RAV4 wins by a landslide, weighing 1,195 kg less than the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11 m
14.6 m (+3.6)
Curb weight
1,533 kg
2,728 kg (+1,195)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11 m
0.2 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
14.6 m
1.5 m larger turning circle than the average Pickup
Curb weight
1,533 kg
99 kg lighter than the average Crossover
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.
101%
1% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
88%
12% less manoeuvrable than the average Pickup
Parking
Will the 2022 Toyota RAV4 or 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning fit in a standard parking space?
2022 Toyota RAV4 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 44.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 45 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
44.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
45 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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