2023 Toyota Prius vs 2024 Ford Puma
Which is bigger, the 2023 Toyota Prius or 2024 Ford Puma?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
With the 2023 Toyota Prius being 41.3 cm longer, the contrast in body length becomes obvious. The 2024 Ford Puma measures just 2.3 cm wider than the 2023 Toyota Prius, an incremental difference that shouldn't influence your buying decision, unless it just tips if it fits in your garage! With a 13 cm height advantage, the 2024 Ford Puma is better suited for those who prefer a higher view of the road ahead. Sitting with 2.6 cm higher ground clearance, the 2024 Ford Puma is better prepared for those unexpected potholes than the 2023 Toyota Prius. Even the 16.2 cm wheelbase advantage helps the 2023 Toyota Prius feel like a larger, more composed vehicle than the 2024 Ford Puma.
Measurements
Length
459.9 cm (+41.3)
418.6 cm
Height
142 cm
155 cm (+13)
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.2 cm
180.5 cm (+2.3)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
193 cm (+2.6)
Ground clearance
13.7 cm (+16.2)
16.3 cm
Wheelbase
275 cm (+0.6)
258.8 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
459.9 cm
44.7 cm longer than the average Hatchback
418.6 cm
34 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
142 cm
5.9 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
155 cm
7.8 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.2 cm
1.7 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
13.7 cm
0.2 cm less ground clearance than the average Hatchback
16.3 cm
1.8 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
275 cm
15.9 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
If boot space is a deal-breaker, the 2024 Ford Puma’s 172 L (VDA) lead with the seats up makes it the obvious winner in this comparison. The 2024 Ford Puma's 1,216 L (VDA) capacity with the seats down 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.
284 L
456 L (+172)
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.
674 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.
284 L
59 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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.
674 L
149 L more 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
Both the 2024 Ford Puma and 2023 Toyota Prius feature a 5-door configuration, offering the same level of accessibility for passengers. In terms of seating capacity, the 2024 Ford Puma matches the 2023 Toyota Prius exactly, with each accommodating up to 5 people. The 2023 Toyota Prius needs only a whisker more room to U-turn at 0.1 m wider, a difference you’d rarely notice in daily driving. The 229 kg weight gap will have a major impact on fuel consumption and overall driving dynamics.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.5 m (+0.1)
10.4 m
Curb weight
1,545 kg (+229)
1,316 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.5 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
10.4 m
0.8 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,545 kg
292 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.
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
109%
9% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2023 Toyota Prius or 2024 Ford Puma fit in a standard parking space?
2023 Toyota Prius 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 48 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 45 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
45 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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