2008 Tesla Roadster vs 2024 Tesla Cybertruck
Which is bigger, the 2008 Tesla Roadster or 2024 Tesla Cybertruck?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
With 173.7 cm between them, these two vehicles sit at opposite ends of the length scale. The width difference is enormous, with the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck measuring 31.3 cm wider than the 2008 Tesla Roadster, which can translate to broader road presence and maybe more cabin shoulder room. The height contrast is vast; the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck stands a massive 61.4 cm taller than the 2008 Tesla Roadster, completely changing the perspective from the driver's seat. The 2024 Tesla Cybertruck clears obstacles by an extra 7.1 cm, making the 2008 Tesla Roadster look quite low to the ground in comparison. The 2024 Tesla Cybertruck and 2008 Tesla Roadster exist at opposite ends of the spectrum, separated by a huge 128.4 cm wheelbase gap.
Measurements
Length
394.6 cm
568.3 cm (+173.7)
Height
112.7 cm
174.1 cm (+61.4)
Width (excluding mirrors)
171.9 cm
203.2 cm (+31.3)
Width (including mirrors)
185.1 cm
241.3 cm (+7.1)
Ground clearance
13 cm
20.1 cm (+128.4)
Wheelbase
235.1 cm
363.5 cm (+4.8)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
394.6 cm
51.9 cm shorter than the average Sports car
568.3 cm
25.6 cm longer than the average Pickup
Height
112.7 cm
16.7 cm shorter than the average Sports car
174.1 cm
12.7 cm shorter than the average Pickup
Width (excluding mirrors)
171.9 cm
15.3 cm narrower than the average Sports car
203.2 cm
8.8 cm wider than the average Pickup
Width (including mirrors)
185.1 cm
24.1 cm narrower than the average Sports car
241.3 cm
18.4 cm wider than the average Pickup
Ground clearance
13 cm
1.5 cm more ground clearance than the average Sports car
20.1 cm
2.7 cm less ground clearance than the average Pickup
Wheelbase
235.1 cm
28.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Sports car
363.5 cm
32.5 cm longer wheelbase than the average Pickup
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2024 Tesla Cybertruck provides a way above average 1,697 L for the pickup segment for cargo space with the seats up. The 2024 Tesla Cybertruck has 3,223.5 L (SAE) of cargo space with its seats down, which is typical compared to the class average for pickup.
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
1,697 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
3,224 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
200 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
392.6 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
193.2 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
1,697 L
260 L more cargo volume than the average Pickup
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
3,224 L
1,697 L more cargo volume than the average Pickup
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.
157%
SAE: above class average (+57%)
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 2024 Tesla Cybertruck. The 2024 Tesla Cybertruck brings a major practicality benefit, offering room for 3 more passengers than the 2008 Tesla Roadster. When comparing the two, the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck is much less suited to tight city centers, requiring a full 2.2 m more room to U-turn than the 2008 Tesla Roadster. From an agility perspective, the 2008 Tesla Roadster wins by a landslide, weighing 1,790 kg less than the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck.
Measurements
Doors
2
4 (+2)
Max. seats
2
5 (+3)
Turning circle
11.1 m
13.3 m (+2.2)
Curb weight
1,235 kg
3,025 kg (+1,790)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.1 m
0.1 m smaller turning circle than the average Sports car
13.3 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Pickup
Curb weight
1,235 kg
340 kg lighter than the average Sports car
3,025 kg
774 kg heavier than the average Pickup
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
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Pickup
Parking
Will the 2008 Tesla Roadster or 2024 Tesla Cybertruck 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
2024 Tesla Cybertruck 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: exceeds the bay's length by 19 cm.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
35.5 cm
Length over bay
19 cm
Overall length. Primary constraint.
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