2008 Tesla Roadster vs 2024 Ford Puma
Which is bigger, the 2008 Tesla Roadster or 2024 Ford Puma?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2024 Ford Puma sits 24 cm longer than the 2008 Tesla Roadster, representing a noticeable step up in total length. The 2024 Ford Puma’s 8.6 cm width advantage over the 2008 Tesla Roadster might mean a wider interior cabin with more elbow room. There is no subtlety to the difference here, as the 2024 Ford Puma towers 42.3 cm above the 2008 Tesla Roadster. The 2024 Ford Puma sits 3.3 cm higher off the ground than the 2008 Tesla Roadster, providing a helpful extra margin of safety when driving over gravel or light debris. The 2024 Ford Puma has a 23.7 cm longer wheelbase, which often translates to extra "stretch-out" room in the back.
Measurements
Length
394.6 cm
418.6 cm (+24)
Height
112.7 cm
155 cm (+42.3)
Width (excluding mirrors)
171.9 cm
180.5 cm (+8.6)
Width (including mirrors)
185.1 cm
193 cm (+3.3)
Ground clearance
13 cm
16.3 cm (+23.7)
Wheelbase
235.1 cm
258.8 cm (+0.8)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
394.6 cm
51.9 cm shorter than the average Sports car
418.6 cm
34 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
112.7 cm
16.7 cm shorter than the average Sports car
155 cm
7.8 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
171.9 cm
15.3 cm narrower than the average Sports car
180.5 cm
4.4 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
185.1 cm
24.1 cm narrower than the average Sports car
193 cm
13.4 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
13 cm
1.5 cm more ground clearance than the average Sports car
16.3 cm
1.8 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
235.1 cm
28.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Sports car
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
With its seats up, the 2024 Ford Puma has 456 L of space for your belongings, which is average for its segment. With the rear seats down, the 2024 Ford Puma provides 1,216 L of space when using the VDA measurement method, which is way above 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
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
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
With 5 doors, the 2024 Ford Puma offers more points of entry than the 2008 Tesla Roadster, which typically makes loading passengers or gear into the back easier. The decent 3-seat difference in passenger capacity means the 2024 Ford Puma is more family-friendly than the 2008 Tesla Roadster. The 2024 Ford Puma is noticeably more agile in tight spots, boasting a turning circle 0.65 m tighter than the 2008 Tesla Roadster. Choosing the 2008 Tesla Roadster saves you 81 kg in weight, likely resulting in a bit more "zip" during urban driving.
Measurements
Doors
2
5 (+3)
Max. seats
2
5 (+3)
Turning circle
11.1 m (+0.7)
10.4 m
Curb weight
1,235 kg
1,316 kg (+81)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.1 m
0.1 m smaller turning circle than the average Sports car
10.4 m
0.8 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,235 kg
340 kg lighter than the average Sports car
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.
107%
7% more manoeuvrable than the average Sports car
109%
9% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2008 Tesla Roadster or 2024 Ford Puma fit in a standard parking space?
2008 Tesla Roadster 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 51.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 77.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
51.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
77.5 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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