2008 Tesla Roadster vs 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
Which is bigger, the 2008 Tesla Roadster or 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
With the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited being 83.9 cm longer, the contrast in body length becomes obvious. At 15.6 cm wider, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited belongs to a completely different size class, offering a potential level of shoulder room the 2008 Tesla Roadster can't match. The height contrast is vast; the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited stands a massive 74.1 cm taller than the 2008 Tesla Roadster, completely changing the perspective from the driver's seat. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited can handle deeper ruts and taller bumps thanks to its 11.6 cm clearance advantage over the 2008 Tesla Roadster. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is 65.7 cm longer in the wheelbase, putting it in a completely different category of ride and comfort when compared to the 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Measurements
Length
394.6 cm
478.5 cm (+83.9)
Height
112.7 cm
186.8 cm (+74.1)
Width (excluding mirrors)
171.9 cm
187.5 cm (+15.6)
Width (including mirrors)
185.1 cm
N/A (+11.6)
Ground clearance
13 cm
24.6 cm (+65.7)
Wheelbase
235.1 cm
300.8 cm (+2.2)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
394.6 cm
51.9 cm shorter than the average Sports car
478.5 cm
16.9 cm shorter than the average SUV
Height
112.7 cm
16.7 cm shorter than the average Sports car
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
Width (excluding mirrors)
171.9 cm
15.3 cm narrower than the average Sports car
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
Width (including mirrors)
185.1 cm
24.1 cm narrower than the average Sports car
N/A
Ground clearance
13 cm
1.5 cm more ground clearance than the average Sports car
24.6 cm
2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
Wheelbase
235.1 cm
28.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Sports car
300.8 cm
10.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average SUV
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited’s confirmed 898 L (SAE) capacity is above average for its class, serving as our primary reference point for this matchup. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has 2,050 L (SAE) of cargo space with its seats down, which is way above average compared to the class average for suv.
Measurements
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.
N/A
898 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.
N/A
2,050 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
271.9 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
145 L per m²
How each car compares with its class average
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.
N/A
898 L
143 L more cargo volume than the average SUV
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.
N/A
2,050 L
688 L less cargo volume than the average SUV
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.
105%
SAE: above class average (+5%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Choosing the 2008 Tesla Roadster means managing with 2 fewer door(s), but this usually means a cleaner looking side profile than the 4-door 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited can handle 3 additional passengers than the 2008 Tesla Roadster, which is a decent step up in practicality. In urban environments, the 2008 Tesla Roadster's 0.95 m shorter turning circle provides a helpful difference in everyday convenience. This 677 kg weight gap is massive, fundamentally changing everything from braking to suspension wear.
Measurements
Doors
2
4 (+2)
Max. seats
2
5 (+3)
Turning circle
11.1 m
12 m (+0.9)
Curb weight
1,235 kg
1,912 kg (+677)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.1 m
0.1 m smaller turning circle than the average Sports car
12 m
0 m larger turning circle than the average SUV
Curb weight
1,235 kg
340 kg lighter than the average Sports car
1,912 kg
535 kg lighter than the average SUV
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
101%
1% more manoeuvrable than the average SUV
Parking
Will the 2008 Tesla Roadster or 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 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
2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 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 43.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 35.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
43.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
35.5 cm
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