2024 Volkswagen Passat vs 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E
Which is bigger, the 2024 Volkswagen Passat or 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2024 Volkswagen Passat is an additional 20.4 cm longer than the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E, giving it a more elongated and sleek profile. When it comes to tight city streets, both the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E and 2024 Volkswagen Passat will feel near identical, as the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E is only 3.2 cm wider. The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E is designed for easy entry and a more upright seating position when compared to the lower height 2024 Volkswagen Passat. The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E offers 14.3 cm more between the tires thanks to its wheelbase advantage, which is usually a sign of a more spacious cabin.
Measurements
Length
491.7 cm (+20.4)
471.3 cm
Height
149.7 cm
162.5 cm (+12.8)
Body width
184.9 cm
188.1 cm (+3.2)
Width including mirrors
N/A
209.7 cm
Ground clearance
N/A
14.5 cm
Wheelbase
284.1 cm
298.4 cm (+14.3)
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
9.1 m² (+0.2)
8.9 m²
How each car compares with its class average
Length
491.7 cm
17.2 cm longer than the average Estate
471.3 cm
18.7 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
149.7 cm
2.4 cm taller than the average Estate
162.5 cm
0.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Body width
184.9 cm
0.8 cm wider than the average Estate
188.1 cm
3.2 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width including mirrors
N/A
209.7 cm
3.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
N/A
14.5 cm
3.6 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
284.1 cm
6.4 cm longer wheelbase than the average Estate
298.4 cm
26 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
9.1 m²
0.3 m² larger footprint than the average Estate
8.9 m²
0.5 m² larger footprint than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
It’s a cargo capacity win for the 2024 Volkswagen Passat, which provides a massive 288 L more space with its seats up and a gigantic 500 L (VDA) more when the seats are folded, so compared to the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E it's better for both day-to-day errands and larger loads.
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.
690 L (+288)
402 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.
1,920 L (+500)
1,420 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.
N/A
822 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
1,689 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
81 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.
227.9 L per m (+67)
160.9 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.
123.2 L per m² (+37.7)
85.5 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.
690 L
142 L more cargo volume than the average Estate
402 L
43 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.
1,920 L
351 L more cargo volume than the average Estate
1,420 L
88 L less 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.
N/A
822 L
83 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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
1,689 L
182 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
+19%
VDA: More space efficient than the average Estate
-13%
VDA: Less space efficient than the average Crossover
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E and 2024 Volkswagen Passat feature a 5-door configuration, offering the same level of accessibility for passengers. There is no advantage for either model when it comes to passenger numbers, since both offer a 5-seat configuration. The vehicles have a near identical turning circle, with just a 0.4 m difference. The 391 kg weight gap will have a major impact on fuel consumption and overall driving dynamics.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12 m (+0.4)
11.6 m
Curb weight
1,578 kg
1,969 kg (+391)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12 m
0.8 m larger turning circle than the average Estate
11.6 m
0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,578 kg
17 kg lighter than the average Estate
1,969 kg
337 kg heavier 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.
-6%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Estate
-4%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2024 Volkswagen Passat or 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E fit in a standard parking space?
2024 Volkswagen Passat 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 45 cm per side, and length clearance is 29 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
29 cm
2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E 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 39 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
43 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
39 cm
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions
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