2013 Tesla Model S vs 2024 Ford Puma
Which is bigger, the 2013 Tesla Model S or 2024 Ford Puma?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
There is a clear gap in length here, with 2013 Tesla Model S measuring 78.4 cm longer than 2024 Ford Puma. You’ll feel the difference in every turn; the 2013 Tesla Model S is 15.8 cm wider, demanding more space in every environment than the 2024 Ford Puma. The height difference is quite significant, with the 2024 Ford Puma standing a substantial 12.3 cm taller than the 2013 Tesla Model S. For all practical purposes, the ground clearance is the same between the vehicles, with just a minor 0.8 cm advantage in the 2024 Ford Puma. At 37.2 cm shorter, the 2024 Ford Puma should be significantly more nimble in the city than the longer-bodied 2013 Tesla Model S.
Measurements
Length
497 cm (+78.4)
418.6 cm
Height
142.7 cm
155 cm (+12.3)
Width (excluding mirrors)
196.3 cm (+15.8)
180.5 cm
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
193 cm (+0.8)
Ground clearance
15.5 cm (+37.2)
16.3 cm
Wheelbase
296 cm (+2.2)
258.8 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
497 cm
24.1 cm longer than the average Sedan
418.6 cm
34 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
142.7 cm
3.1 cm shorter than the average Sedan
155 cm
7.8 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
196.3 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
180.5 cm
4.4 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
193 cm
13.4 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
15.5 cm
1.5 cm more ground clearance than the average Sedan
16.3 cm
1.8 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
296 cm
17.9 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
A direct comparison between the 2024 Ford Puma’s 456 L (VDA) and the 2013 Tesla Model S’s 744.7 L (SAE) cargo capacity isn't possible due to different measurement methods, but the 2024 Ford Puma is average for its class. The 2013 Tesla Model S is way above average for its class. The 2024 Ford Puma (1,216 L) and 2013 Tesla Model S (1,645.2 L) use non-compatible measurement standards to compare against each other, but we can look at them in relation to cargo space vs their categories. The 2024 Ford Puma has way above average room for its class, and the 2013 Tesla Model S has way above average room for its 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.
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
150 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 (+40.8)
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.
108.6 L per m² (+13.1)
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.
745 L
349 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 2013 Tesla Model S trades the extra access points of the 2024 Ford Puma for a more cohesive and solid body design with just 4 doors. Whether you'd choose the 2024 Ford Puma or the 2013 Tesla Model S, you’ll have space for up to 5 occupants. You’ll find the 2024 Ford Puma a bit easier to flip around in a narrow street thanks to its 0.9 m turning circle advantage. From an agility perspective, the 2024 Ford Puma wins by a landslide, weighing 683 kg less than the 2013 Tesla Model S.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.3 m (+0.9)
10.4 m
Curb weight
1,999 kg (+683)
1,316 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.3 m
0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
10.4 m
0.8 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,999 kg
477 kg heavier than the average Sedan
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.
95%
5% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
109%
9% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2013 Tesla Model S or 2024 Ford Puma fit in a standard parking space?
2013 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 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 39 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 26.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
39 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
26.5 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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