Tesla vs. Ford

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Tesla and Ford contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both Tesla and Ford cars.

When comparing the Tesla brand to the Ford brand, Tesla has the advantage in the areas of horsepower and fuel efficiency. Ford has the advantage in the areas of towing capacity, overall quality, reliability, retained value and variety of models offered.

Tesla versus Ford: Pricing and Value: And with regards to depreciation, both Tesla and Ford models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 1 out of 2 comparisons. The lower overall prices for Tesla, plus their lower depreciation rate, gives Tesla the overall advantage over Ford.

Tesla versus Ford: Horsepower, Fuel Efficiency and Towing Capacity: Tesla vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 2 out of 2 model comparisons. Tesla offers a longer driving range in 1 out of 1 model comparisons. Ford offers a greater towing capacity in 1 out of 1 comparisons.

Tesla versus Ford: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: A comparison of Tesla versus Ford overall quality ratings shows Ford with higher quality ratings in 1 out of 1 model comparisons. In terms of reliability ratings, Ford has the advantage in 1 out of 1 comparisons. Over 1 comparisons, Tesla and Ford vehicles tie for safety. Ford shows higher ratings for retained value in 1 out of 2 comparisons.

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Available Body Styles: Tesla offers 2 SUVs and 2 sedans. In comparison, Ford offers 11 SUVs, 1 coupe, 1 convertible, and 1 minivan.

Drivetrain Options: Tesla offers 5 electric vehicles. Ford offers 14 gasoline vehicles, 4 hybrids, 1 plug-in hybrid, and 2 electric vehicles.

Tesla offers 5 all-wheel-drive models and 2 rear-wheel-drive models. Ford offers 9 all-wheel-drive models, 5 front-wheel-drive models, and 3 rear-wheel-drive models.