2021 Tesla Model S vs 2024 Ford Puma
Which is bigger, the 2021 Tesla Model S or 2024 Ford Puma?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The length difference totals 83.5 cm, clearly separating the 2021 Tesla Model S and 2024 Ford Puma. The 2021 Tesla Model S is a substantial 18.2 cm wider than the 2024 Ford Puma, which will be immediately obvious the moment you pull into a standard parking space. The 2024 Ford Puma towers in height over the 2021 Tesla Model S by 12 cm, providing a much more commanding view of any traffic ahead. The 2024 Ford Puma is 4.6 cm less likely to scrape its chin on a steep ramp than the 2021 Tesla Model S thanks to its higher ground clearance. Spanning an extra 37.2 cm from axle to axle, the 2021 Tesla Model S has a wheelbase that will allow for better passenger room than the 2021 Tesla Model S.
Measurements
Length
502.1 cm (+83.5)
418.6 cm
Height
143 cm
155 cm (+12)
Width (excluding mirrors)
198.7 cm (+18.2)
180.5 cm
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
193 cm (+4.6)
Ground clearance
11.7 cm (+37.2)
16.3 cm
Wheelbase
296 cm (+2.4)
258.8 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
502.1 cm
29.2 cm longer than the average Sedan
418.6 cm
34 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
143 cm
2.8 cm shorter than the average Sedan
155 cm
7.8 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
198.7 cm
15.7 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
11.7 cm
2.3 cm less 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
The VDA-rated 2024 Ford Puma and SAE-rated 2021 Tesla Model S 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.
709 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.
1,739 L
N/A
Frunk capacity
89 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 L per m (+40.5)
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.
107.2 L per m² (+11.6)
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.
709 L
313 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 2024 Ford Puma offers more practicality with its 5 doors compared to the 4-door layout of the 2021 Tesla Model S. Both 2024 Ford Puma and 2021 Tesla Model S are designed to accommodate up to 5 people. When comparing the two, the 2021 Tesla Model S is much less suited to tight city centers, requiring a full 1.9 m more room to U-turn than the 2024 Ford Puma. You’ll feel every bit of that 759 kg difference when trying to accelerate or change direction in the 2021 Tesla Model S compared to 2024 Ford Puma.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12.3 m (+1.9)
10.4 m
Curb weight
2,075 kg (+759)
1,316 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12.3 m
1.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
10.4 m
0.8 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
2,075 kg
553 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.
89%
11% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
109%
9% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2021 Tesla Model S or 2024 Ford Puma fit in a standard parking space?
2021 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 38 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 23.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
38 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
23.5 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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