2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback vs 2024 Ford Puma
Which is bigger, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback or 2024 Ford Puma?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback measures an extra 18.3 cm in length, providing a slightly more substantial footprint on the road than the 2024 Ford Puma. Both cars are well-matched in width, with the 2024 Ford Puma adding only 1.4 cm to the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback’s profile. From the comparison table, you can see that the 2024 Ford Puma is 10 cm taller, which can make loading child seats or luggage slightly easier than in the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback. A 3.3 cm larger ground clearance gap gives the 2024 Ford Puma a slightly more capable feel when the pavement gets rough vs the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback. The 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback is slightly more stable at speed thanks to a 5.1 cm longer wheelbase than the 2024 Ford Puma, though the effect is minimal.
Measurements
Length
436.9 cm (+18.3)
418.6 cm
Height
145 cm
155 cm (+10)
Width (excluding mirrors)
179.1 cm
180.5 cm (+1.4)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
193 cm (+3.3)
Ground clearance
13 cm (+5.1)
16.3 cm
Wheelbase
263.9 cm (+0.3)
258.8 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
436.9 cm
21.7 cm longer than the average Hatchback
418.6 cm
34 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
145 cm
2.9 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
155 cm
7.8 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
179.1 cm
2.6 cm wider than the average Hatchback
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
13 cm
0.9 cm less ground clearance than the average Hatchback
16.3 cm
1.8 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
263.9 cm
4.8 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
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
These two cars follow different measurement methods: VDA for the 2024 Ford Puma and SAE for the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback, so instead of a direct cargo space comparison, segment averages are the best way to gauge their relative utility. The 2024 Ford Puma’s 456 L capacity with seats up is average for its class, and the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback’s 504 L capacity is way above average for its class. With its seats down, the 2024 Ford Puma has 1,216 L of space for your belongings, which is way above average for its segment.
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.
504 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.
504 L
21 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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
Door count is consistent across the two models, with both the 2024 Ford Puma and 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback featuring 5 doors. Both 2024 Ford Puma and 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback are designed to accommodate up to 5 people. The 72 kg weight difference is enough to influence fuel efficiency and brake wear over the long term.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
N/A
10.4 m
Curb weight
1,388 kg (+72)
1,316 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
N/A
10.4 m
0.8 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,388 kg
135 kg heavier than the average Hatchback
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.
109%
9% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback or 2024 Ford Puma fit in a standard parking space?
2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback 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 47.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 56.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
47.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
56.5 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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