2021 Tesla Model S vs 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe
Which is bigger, the 2021 Tesla Model S or 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 19.1 cm longer, the 2021 Tesla Model S offers a bit more physical presence on the road without sacrificing much in the way of urban agility compared to the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe. The 2021 Tesla Model S gains you 8.7 cm in width, likely providing extra elbow room inside compared to the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe, but you'll need more caution when navigating tight city streets. The height contrast is vast; the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe stands a massive 35 cm taller than the 2021 Tesla Model S, completely changing the perspective from the driver's seat. With a 6 cm advantage in ground clearance, the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe is better equipped for unpaved roads and snowy conditions when compared to the 2021 Tesla Model S. The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe will likely be the more agile choice in tight turns, sitting 14.5 cm shorter between the axles than the 2021 Tesla Model S.
Measurements
Length
502.1 cm (+19.1)
483 cm
Height
143 cm
178 cm (+35)
Width (excluding mirrors)
198.7 cm (+8.7)
190 cm
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
N/A (+6)
Ground clearance
11.7 cm (+14.5)
17.7 cm
Wheelbase
296 cm (+0.8)
281.5 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
502.1 cm
29.2 cm longer than the average Sedan
483 cm
30.4 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
143 cm
2.8 cm shorter than the average Sedan
178 cm
15.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
198.7 cm
15.7 cm wider than the average Sedan
190 cm
5.1 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
N/A
Ground clearance
11.7 cm
2.3 cm less ground clearance than the average Sedan
17.7 cm
0.4 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
296 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
281.5 cm
9.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
This is a significant split in design; the 2021 Tesla Model S offers a massive 296 L advantage for your luggage, yet the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe counters with a huge 515 L lead for total hauling 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.
N/A
628 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
1,949 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 (+296)
413 L
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
2,254 L (+515)
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
225.7 L per m (+12.7)
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
118.8 L per m² (+11.6)
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
628 L
183 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
1,949 L
441 L more 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
413 L
326 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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
Class benchmark unavailable.
2,254 L
383 L more 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.
120%
VDA: above class average (+20%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With more doors, the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe is more practical for passengers to enter and exit. Choosing the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe fundamentally changes your passenger options, adding 2 more seats over the 2021 Tesla Model S. Expect to put in a little more work in the 2021 Tesla Model S during tight turns, given its 0.7 m wider radius. The 2021 Tesla Model S is 175 kg further up the scales, trading agility for a more "planted" highway experience.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
7 (+2)
Turning circle
12.3 m (+0.7)
11.6 m
Curb weight
2,075 kg (+175)
1,900 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12.3 m
1.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
11.6 m
0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
2,075 kg
553 kg heavier than the average Sedan
1,900 kg
268 kg heavier 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
95%
5% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2021 Tesla Model S or 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 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
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