2008 Tesla Roadster vs 2024 Ford Kuga
Which is bigger, the 2008 Tesla Roadster or 2024 Ford Kuga?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 65.8 cm length difference creates a clear divide in front-to-rear dimensions. If you have a narrow garage, take note as the 2024 Ford Kuga is 16.3 cm wider than the 2008 Tesla Roadster, which could make for a tighter squeeze. The 2024 Ford Kuga is an incredible 55.2 cm taller, which fundamentally alters the ease of access and the total volume of the interior relative to the 2008 Tesla Roadster. The 2024 Ford Kuga has a 3.6 cm higher clearance than the 2008 Tesla Roadster, which helps clear speed bumps more easily. With a 36 cm shorter wheelbase, the 2008 Tesla Roadster is the clear winner for tight multi-storey car parks compared to the 2024 Ford Kuga.
Measurements
Length
394.6 cm
460.4 cm (+65.8)
Height
112.7 cm
167.9 cm (+55.2)
Width (excluding mirrors)
171.9 cm
188.2 cm (+16.3)
Width (including mirrors)
185.1 cm
217.7 cm (+3.6)
Ground clearance
13 cm
16.6 cm (+36)
Wheelbase
235.1 cm
271.1 cm (+1.9)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
394.6 cm
51.9 cm shorter than the average Sports car
460.4 cm
7.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
112.7 cm
16.7 cm shorter than the average Sports car
167.9 cm
5.1 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
171.9 cm
15.3 cm narrower than the average Sports car
188.2 cm
3.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
185.1 cm
24.1 cm narrower than the average Sports car
217.7 cm
11.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
13 cm
1.5 cm more ground clearance than the average Sports car
16.6 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
235.1 cm
28.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Sports car
271.1 cm
1.3 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2024 Ford Kuga is the only model in this pair with confirmed cargo stats, with a 412 L (VDA) capacity that is average for its class. The 2024 Ford Kuga has a 1,534 L (VDA) cargo area with the seats down, which is way above average for its category.
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
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
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.
N/A
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
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.
94%
VDA: below class average (-6%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With an extra 3 doors, the 2024 Ford Kuga makes loading child seats or shopping easier than in the 2-door 2008 Tesla Roadster. The 2024 Ford Kuga can handle 3 additional passengers than the 2008 Tesla Roadster, which is a decent step up in practicality. The 2008 Tesla Roadster is the slightly nimbler of the two when pulling a U-turn, though by a very narrow 0.33 m margin. The 2024 Ford Kuga outweighs the 2008 Tesla Roadster by 291 kg, and that extra mass may contribute to a more solid feel on the road while increasing fuel use and reducing responsiveness in comparison.
Measurements
Doors
2
5 (+3)
Max. seats
2
5 (+3)
Turning circle
11.1 m
11.4 m (+0.3)
Curb weight
1,235 kg
1,526 kg (+291)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.1 m
0.1 m smaller turning circle than the average Sports car
11.4 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,235 kg
340 kg lighter than the average Sports car
1,526 kg
106 kg lighter 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.
107%
7% more manoeuvrable than the average Sports car
98%
2% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2008 Tesla Roadster or 2024 Ford Kuga 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 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 51.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 77.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
51.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
77.5 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 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 43 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 44.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
43 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
44.5 cm
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