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Tesla vs. Ford

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 used car pricing, safety, retained value, vehicle rankings and variety of models offered.

Tesla versus Ford: Pricing and Value: Ford has lower used vehicle starting prices in 2 out of 2 vehicle comparisons. And with regards to depreciation, both Tesla and Ford models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 1 out of 2 comparisons.

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. In 1 comparisons, Tesla and Ford have the same towing capacity.

Tesla versus Ford: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: Ford has better safety ratings in 2 out of 2 comparisons. Ford shows higher ratings for retained value in 1 out of 2 comparisons.

Safest Car Rankings: Ford has the better car ranking in 1 category: Mustang Mach-E in Safest Electric SUVs.

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

Drivetrain Options: Tesla offers 5 electric vehicles. Ford offers 13 gasoline vehicles, 4 hybrids, 1 plug-in hybrid, and 2 electric vehicles.

Tesla offers 5 all-wheel-drive models and 3 rear-wheel-drive models. Ford offers 9 all-wheel-drive models, 4 front-wheel-drive models, and 3 rear-wheel-drive models.

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Model & Pricing

Pricing
Depreciation
Specs
Ratings
Bodystyles
Drivetrains

Tesla

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iSeeCars Safest Car Rankings

EVs

Tesla Model Y

#6 of 65 in

Safest Electric SUVs

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Tesla Model X

#19 of 65 in

Safest Electric SUVs

iSeeCars Safest Car Rankings

EVs

Ford Mustang Mach-E

#3 of 65 in

Safest Electric SUVs

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Ford Explorer

#2 of 67 in

Safest Crossover SUVs

Available Body Styles

SUV: Model X, Model Y

Sedan: Model 3, Model S

Available Body Styles

SUV: Bronco, Bronco Sport, Edge, Escape, Escape Hybrid, Escape Plug-In Hybrid, Expedition, Expedition MAX, Explorer, Explorer Hybrid, Mustang Mach-E

Coupe: Mustang

Convertible: Mustang

Available Drivetrain Options

Drivetrains: Electric

Drive Types: AWD, RWD

Electric: Cybertruck, Model 3, Model S, Model X, Model Y

AWD: Cybertruck, Model 3, Model S, Model X, Model Y

RWD: Cybertruck, Model 3, Model Y

Available Drivetrain Options

Drivetrains: Biodiesel, Electric, Flex Fuel, Gasoline, Hybrid, Plug-In Hybrid

Drive Types: 4X2, 4X4, AWD, FWD, RWD

Gasoline: Bronco, Bronco Sport, Edge, Escape, Expedition, Expedition MAX, Explorer, F-150, F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, Maverick, Mustang, Ranger

Hybrid: Escape Hybrid, Explorer Hybrid, F-150, Maverick

Plug-in Hybrid: Escape Plug-In Hybrid

Electric: F-150 Lightning, Mustang Mach-E

AWD: Bronco Sport, Edge, Escape, Escape Hybrid, Explorer, Explorer Hybrid, F-150 Lightning, Maverick, Mustang Mach-E

FWD: Escape, Escape Hybrid, Escape Plug-In Hybrid, Maverick

RWD: Explorer, Mustang, Mustang Mach-E