2008 Tesla Roadster vs 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross
Which is bigger, the 2008 Tesla Roadster or 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross offers a massive 51.4 cm of extra length, which changes the silhouette and stance compared to the 2008 Tesla Roadster. The 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross gains you 10.6 cm in width, likely providing extra elbow room inside compared to the 2008 Tesla Roadster, but you'll need more caution when navigating tight city streets. There is a staggering 49.3 cm between their rooflines, with the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross looming high above the 2008 Tesla Roadster. With a 28.9 cm longer wheelbase, the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross steps into a more comfortable tier of ride quality than the 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Measurements
Length
394.6 cm
446 cm (+51.4)
Height
112.7 cm
162 cm (+49.3)
Width (excluding mirrors)
171.9 cm
182.5 cm (+10.6)
Width (including mirrors)
185.1 cm
N/A
Ground clearance
13 cm
N/A (+28.9)
Wheelbase
235.1 cm
264 cm (+1.4)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
394.6 cm
51.9 cm shorter than the average Sports car
446 cm
6.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
112.7 cm
16.7 cm shorter than the average Sports car
162 cm
0.8 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
171.9 cm
15.3 cm narrower than the average Sports car
182.5 cm
2.4 cm narrower than the average Crossover
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
N/A
Wheelbase
235.1 cm
28.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Sports car
264 cm
8.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross is the only model in this pair with confirmed cargo stats, with a 473 L (VDA) capacity that is average for its class. The 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross provides a way above average 1,404 L for the sports car segment for cargo space 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
473 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
1,404 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
179.1 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
98.1 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.
N/A
473 L
28 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
1,404 L
104 L less 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.
99%
VDA: below class average (-1%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross offers more practicality with its 5 doors compared to the 2-door layout of the 2008 Tesla Roadster. Opting for the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross greatly expands your passenger options, thanks to its 3-seat advantage over the 2008 Tesla Roadster. The 0.65 m turning circle difference means the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross might clear a U-turn where the 2008 Tesla Roadster requires a bit more care. The 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross feels a touch more substantial on the road, sitting 145 kg heavier than the 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Measurements
Doors
2
5 (+3)
Max. seats
2
5 (+3)
Turning circle
11.1 m (+0.7)
10.4 m
Curb weight
1,235 kg
1,380 kg (+145)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.1 m
0.1 m smaller turning circle than the average Sports car
10.4 m
0.8 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,235 kg
340 kg lighter than the average Sports car
1,380 kg
252 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.
107%
7% more manoeuvrable than the average Sports car
107%
7% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2008 Tesla Roadster or 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross 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
2025 Toyota Corolla Cross 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 46 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 52 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
46 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
52 cm
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