Tesla Model X vs Ford Explorer Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2017 catalog dimensions. Tesla Model X · Ford Explorer
- Length198.3 in
- Height66.0 in
- Wheelbase116.7 in
- Ground clearance5.4 in
- Curb weight5,267 lb – 5,377 lb
- Width81.5 in
- Ford Explorer width78.9 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: essentially the same
- Width: Ford Explorer is 2.6 in narrower (81.5 in vs 78.9 in)
- Height: Ford Explorer is 4.0 in taller (66.0 in vs 70.0 in)
- Wheelbase: Tesla Model X has a 3.9 in longer wheelbase (116.7 in vs 112.8 in)
- Ground clearance: Ford Explorer has 2.7 in more ground clearance (5.4 in vs 8.1 in)
- Curb weight: Tesla Model X is 650 lb heavier (5,322 lb vs 4,672 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Ground clearance: Ford Explorer has 2.7 in more ground clearance (5.4 in vs 8.1 in)
- Curb weight: Tesla Model X is 650 lb heavier (5,322 lb vs 4,672 lb)
- Height: Ford Explorer is 4.0 in taller (66.0 in vs 70.0 in)
- Wheelbase: Tesla Model X has a 3.9 in longer wheelbase (116.7 in vs 112.8 in)
- Width: Ford Explorer is 2.6 in narrower (81.5 in vs 78.9 in)
Practical verdicts
- Narrower for tight parkingFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is narrower by 2.6 in
- More ground clearanceFord Explorer — Ford Explorer has 2.7 in more clearance
- Smaller exterior footprintFord Explorer — Based on length × width (Ford Explorer)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Tesla Model X | Ford Explorer | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 198.3 in | 198.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Width | 81.5 in | 78.9 in | 2.6 in |
| Height | 66.0 in | 70.0 in | 4.0 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.7 in | 112.8 in | 3.9 in |
| Ground clearance | 5.4 in | 8.1 in | 2.7 in |
| Curb weight | 5,322 lb | 4,672 lb | 650 lb |
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