2013 Tesla Model S vs 2024 Ford Kuga
Which is bigger, the 2013 Tesla Model S or 2024 Ford Kuga?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
Measuring 36.6 cm more from front to rear bumper, the 2024 Ford Kuga provides that extra bit of "stretch" over the 2013 Tesla Model S. The 2013 Tesla Model S’s 8.1 cm width advantage over the 2024 Ford Kuga might mean a wider interior cabin with more elbow room. Height heavily favours the 2024 Ford Kuga, which measures 25.2 cm taller than the 2013 Tesla Model S. Both vehicles offer nearly identical ground clearance with just 1.1 cm difference, meaning they will handle speed bumps or driveway inclines the same. The 2024 Ford Kuga will likely be the more agile choice in tight turns, sitting 24.9 cm shorter between the axles than the 2013 Tesla Model S.
Measurements
Length
497 cm (+36.6)
460.4 cm
Height
142.7 cm
167.9 cm (+25.2)
Body width
196.3 cm (+8.1)
188.2 cm
Width including mirrors
218.9 cm (+1.2)
217.7 cm
Ground clearance
15.5 cm
16.6 cm (+1.1)
Wheelbase
296 cm (+24.9)
271.1 cm
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
9.8 m² (+1.1)
8.7 m²
How each car compares with its class average
Length
497 cm
24.1 cm longer than the average Sedan
460.4 cm
7.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
142.7 cm
3.1 cm shorter than the average Sedan
167.9 cm
5.1 cm taller than the average Crossover
Body width
196.3 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
188.2 cm
3.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width including mirrors
218.9 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
217.7 cm
11.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
15.5 cm
1.5 cm more ground clearance than the average Sedan
16.6 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
296 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
271.1 cm
1.3 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
9.8 m²
1.1 m² larger footprint than the average Sedan
8.7 m²
0.3 m² larger footprint than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
These two cars follow different measurement methods: VDA for the 2024 Ford Kuga and SAE for the 2013 Tesla Model S, so instead of a direct cargo space comparison, segment averages are the best way to gauge their relative utility. The 2024 Ford Kuga’s 412 L capacity with seats up is average for its class, and the 2013 Tesla Model S’s 745 L capacity is way above average for its class. We can't declare a definitive winner on cargo space alone due to the differing VDA and SAE standards for these two vehicles, but the 2024 Ford Kuga has way above average space for its size 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.
N/A
412 L
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.
N/A
1,534 L
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
N/A
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
N/A
Frunk capacity
150 L
N/A
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 (+38.5)
174.8 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.
108.6 L per m² (+15.7)
92.9 L per m²
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.
N/A
412 L
33 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
N/A
1,534 L
26 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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
N/A
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.
-6%
VDA: Less space efficient than the average Crossover
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With 1 more door(s) than the 2013 Tesla Model S, the 2024 Ford Kuga should be more practical for those wanting to carry passengers or luggage. Both the 2024 Ford Kuga and the 2013 Tesla Model S have seating for 5, so there is no difference in passenger capacity. You’d be hard-pressed to tell the difference doing a U-turn, as the 2024 Ford Kuga has a turning circle of only 0.1 m wider than the 2013 Tesla Model S. If efficiency and agility are your goals, the 2024 Ford Kuga’s 473 kg less weight is an extreme advantage.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.3 m
11.4 m (+0.1)
Curb weight
1,999 kg (+473)
1,526 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.3 m
0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
11.4 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,999 kg
477 kg heavier than the average Sedan
1,526 kg
106 kg lighter than the average Crossover
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.
-5%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
-2%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2013 Tesla Model S or 2024 Ford Kuga 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 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, and length clearance is 26.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
39 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
26.5 cm
2024 Ford Kuga 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 43 cm per side, and length clearance is 44.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
43 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
44.5 cm
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