2016 Tesla Model S vs 2024 Ford Kuga
Which is bigger, the 2016 Tesla Model S or 2024 Ford Kuga?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2016 Tesla Model S is an additional 36.6 cm longer than the 2024 Ford Kuga, giving it a more elongated and sleek profile. You might notice the 8.2 cm width difference when parking; the 2016 Tesla Model S leaves a little less margin for error in the bay compared to the 2024 Ford Kuga. A 23.4 cm height difference means the 2024 Ford Kuga will feel much more substantial when you're behind the wheel compared to the 2016 Tesla Model S. The 2024 Ford Kuga sits 2.6 cm higher off the ground than the 2016 Tesla Model S, providing a helpful extra margin of safety when driving over gravel or light debris. With a 24.9 cm longer wheelbase, the 2016 Tesla Model S steps into a more comfortable tier of ride quality than the 2024 Ford Kuga.
Measurements
Length
497 cm (+36.6)
460.4 cm
Height
144.5 cm
167.9 cm (+23.4)
Body width
196.4 cm (+8.2)
188.2 cm
Width including mirrors
218.9 cm (+1.2)
217.7 cm
Ground clearance
14 cm
16.6 cm (+2.6)
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
144.5 cm
1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
167.9 cm
5.1 cm taller than the average Crossover
Body width
196.4 cm
13.4 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
14 cm
Same ground clearance as 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
Due to the differing VDA vs SAE measurement methods, a direct comparison for cargo space isn't possible, but the 2024 Ford Kuga’s 412 L is average for its class. The 2024 Ford Kuga offers 1,534 L (VDA) with the seats stowed, a figure that is way above average for crossover, while the 2016 Tesla Model S follows the SAE standard (1,645 L), which is way above average for sedan.
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
60 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
Choosing the 2024 Ford Kuga gains you extra access points, making its 5-door layout more versatile for daily duties than the 4-door 2016 Tesla Model S. Whether you'd choose the 2024 Ford Kuga or the 2016 Tesla Model S, you’ll have space for up to 5 occupants. The 0.9 m turning circle difference means the 2024 Ford Kuga might clear a U-turn where the 2016 Tesla Model S requires a bit more care. From an agility perspective, the 2024 Ford Kuga wins by a landslide, weighing 501 kg less than the 2016 Tesla Model S.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12.3 m (+0.9)
11.4 m
Curb weight
2,027 kg (+501)
1,526 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12.3 m
1.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
11.4 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
2,027 kg
505 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.
-11%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
-2%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2016 Tesla Model S or 2024 Ford Kuga fit in a standard parking space?
2016 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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Frequently asked questions
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