2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs 2024 Ford Puma
Which is bigger, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2024 Ford Puma?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
There is a large difference in length between the two models, with the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited being 59.9 cm longer than the 2024 Ford Puma. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited’s 7 cm width advantage over the 2024 Ford Puma might mean a wider interior cabin with more elbow room. The difference in height is dramatic, with the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited standing 31.8 cm taller than the 2024 Ford Puma. With a 8.3 cm advantage in ground clearance, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is better equipped for unpaved roads and snowy conditions when compared to the 2024 Ford Puma. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is 42 cm longer in the wheelbase, putting it in a completely different category of ride and comfort when compared to the 2024 Ford Puma.
Measurements
Length
478.5 cm (+59.9)
418.6 cm
Height
186.8 cm (+31.8)
155 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm (+7)
180.5 cm
Width (including mirrors)
N/A (+8.3)
193 cm
Ground clearance
24.6 cm (+42)
16.3 cm
Wheelbase
300.8 cm (+1.4)
258.8 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
478.5 cm
16.9 cm shorter than the average SUV
418.6 cm
34 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
155 cm
7.8 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
180.5 cm
4.4 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
193 cm
13.4 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
16.3 cm
1.8 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
300.8 cm
10.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average SUV
258.8 cm
13.6 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The VDA-rated 2024 Ford Puma and SAE-rated 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited can't be compared directly for cargo space; however, 2024 Ford Puma offers 456 L which is average for crossover. 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 Puma 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
456 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
1,216 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.
898 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.
2,050 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.
271.9 L per m (+99.5)
172.5 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.
145 L per m² (+49.5)
95.6 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
456 L
11 L more 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
1,216 L
292 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.
898 L
143 L more cargo volume than the average SUV
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.
2,050 L
688 L less cargo volume than the average SUV
N/A
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.
105%
SAE: above class average (+5%)
97%
VDA: below class average (-3%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 2024 Ford Puma offers more practicality with its 5 doors compared to the 4-door layout of the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. Both the 2024 Ford Puma and the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited have seating for 5, so there is no difference in passenger capacity. At 1.6 m wider, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited requires a much more deliberate approach to tight corners than the 2024 Ford Puma. The 2024 Ford Puma is a featherweight compared to the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, which carries a huge 596 kg of additional weight.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12 m (+1.6)
10.4 m
Curb weight
1,912 kg (+596)
1,316 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12 m
0 m larger turning circle than the average SUV
10.4 m
0.8 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,912 kg
535 kg lighter than the average SUV
1,316 kg
316 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.
101%
1% more manoeuvrable than the average SUV
109%
9% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2024 Ford Puma fit in a standard parking space?
2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 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 43.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 35.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
43.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
35.5 cm
2024 Ford Puma 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 47 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 65.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
47 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
65.5 cm
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