2017 Tesla Model 3 vs 2024 Ford Puma
Which is bigger, the 2017 Tesla Model 3 or 2024 Ford Puma?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The figures show the 2017 Tesla Model 3 is 50.9 cm longer in comparison to the 2024 Ford Puma, which is a significant difference. When it comes to tight city streets, both the 2017 Tesla Model 3 and 2024 Ford Puma will feel near identical, as the 2017 Tesla Model 3 is only 4.5 cm wider. The 2024 Ford Puma sits 10.5 cm higher than the 2017 Tesla Model 3, which usually results in a slightly more elevated view of the road. The 2024 Ford Puma has a 2.3 cm higher clearance than the 2017 Tesla Model 3, which helps clear speed bumps more easily. The 2024 Ford Puma will likely be the more agile choice in tight turns, sitting 28.7 cm shorter between the axles than the 2017 Tesla Model 3.
Measurements
Length
469.5 cm (+50.9)
418.6 cm
Height
144.5 cm
155 cm (+10.5)
Width (excluding mirrors)
185 cm (+4.5)
180.5 cm
Width (including mirrors)
208.8 cm
193 cm (+2.3)
Ground clearance
14 cm (+28.7)
16.3 cm
Wheelbase
287.5 cm (+1.1)
258.8 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
469.5 cm
3.4 cm shorter than the average Sedan
418.6 cm
34 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
144.5 cm
1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
155 cm
7.8 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
185 cm
2 cm wider than the average Sedan
180.5 cm
4.4 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
208.8 cm
3.2 cm wider than the average Sedan
193 cm
13.4 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
14 cm
Same ground clearance as the average Sedan
16.3 cm
1.8 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
287.5 cm
9.4 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
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 2024 Ford Puma has 456 L (VDA) of cargo space with the seats up, a figure that is average for its segment, while the 2017 Tesla Model 3 has 561 L under the SAE system. The 2024 Ford Puma has 1,216 L (VDA) of cargo space with its seats down, which is way above average compared to the class average for crossover.
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.
561 L
N/A
Frunk capacity
88 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.
N/A
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.
N/A
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.
561 L
165 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
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.
97%
VDA: below class average (-3%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 2017 Tesla Model 3 trades the extra access points of the 2024 Ford Puma for a more cohesive and solid body design with just 4 doors. In terms of seating capacity, the 2024 Ford Puma matches the 2017 Tesla Model 3 exactly, with each accommodating up to 5 people. You’ll appreciate the 1.2 m tighter turning circle of the 2024 Ford Puma when navigating cramped multi-storey car parks.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.6 m (+1.2)
10.4 m
Curb weight
N/A
1,316 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.6 m
0.5 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
10.4 m
0.8 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
N/A
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.
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
109%
9% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2017 Tesla Model 3 or 2024 Ford Puma fit in a standard parking space?
2017 Tesla Model 3 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 45 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 40 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
40 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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