2024 Hyundai Santa Fe vs 2013 Tesla Model S
Which is bigger, the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe or 2013 Tesla Model S?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2013 Tesla Model S is an additional 14 cm longer than the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe, giving it a more elongated and sleek profile. There is a moderate step up in width; the 2013 Tesla Model S extends 6.3 cm further than the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe. The roofline of the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe is 35.3 cm higher than that of the 2013 Tesla Model S, making the contrast immediately noticeable. A 2.2 cm larger ground clearance gap gives the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe a slightly more capable feel when the pavement gets rough vs the 2013 Tesla Model S. The 2013 Tesla Model S offers 14.5 cm more between the tires thanks to its wheelbase advantage, which is usually a sign of a more spacious cabin.
Measurements
Length
483 cm
497 cm (+14)
Height
178 cm (+35.3)
142.7 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
190 cm
196.3 cm (+6.3)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A (+2.2)
218.9 cm
Ground clearance
17.7 cm
15.5 cm (+14.5)
Wheelbase
281.5 cm
296 cm (+0.6)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
483 cm
30.4 cm longer than the average Crossover
497 cm
24.1 cm longer than the average Sedan
Height
178 cm
15.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
142.7 cm
3.1 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Width (excluding mirrors)
190 cm
5.1 cm wider than the average Crossover
196.3 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
218.9 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
Ground clearance
17.7 cm
0.4 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
15.5 cm
1.5 cm more ground clearance than the average Sedan
Wheelbase
281.5 cm
9.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
296 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Rarely do you see such a divide in cargo space. The 2013 Tesla Model S is the definitive winner for the weekly shop with the seats up, but the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe is the undeniable master of maximum volume with the seats down.
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.
628 L
N/A
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.
1,949 L
N/A
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.
413 L
745 L (+332)
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.
2,254 L (+609)
1,645 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
150 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.
225.7 L per m (+12.5)
213.3 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.
118.8 L per m² (+10.2)
108.6 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.
628 L
183 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
1,949 L
441 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
413 L
326 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
745 L
349 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
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.
2,254 L
383 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
1,645 L
Class benchmark unavailable.
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.
120%
VDA: above class average (+20%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Choosing the 2013 Tesla Model S means managing with 1 fewer door(s), but this usually means a cleaner looking side profile than the 5-door 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe. With 2 more seats, the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe is better suited to carrying more people than the 2013 Tesla Model S. The 2013 Tesla Model S is the slightly nimbler of the two when pulling a U-turn, though by a very narrow 0.3 m margin. There’s a clear weight distinction here, with the 2013 Tesla Model S being 99 kg more than its rival.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
7 (+2)
5
Turning circle
11.6 m (+0.3)
11.3 m
Curb weight
1,900 kg
1,999 kg (+99)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.6 m
0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
11.3 m
0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
Curb weight
1,900 kg
268 kg heavier than the average Crossover
1,999 kg
477 kg heavier than the average Sedan
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 Crossover
95%
5% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
Parking
Will the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe or 2013 Tesla Model S fit in a standard parking space?
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 42.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 33.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
42.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
33.5 cm
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
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