Tesla Cybertruck vs Ford F-150 Lightning: Unleashing The Electric Rivalry

The most asked question recently: which is a better electric pick-up? The Tesla Cybertruck or the Ford F-150 Lightning? In this week’s DubiCompare, we pit these two modern-day workhorses head-to-head and answer this question in detail. Ford vs. Tesla is in the making!

Gone are the days of pick-ups seen as work vehicles. In fact, none of the modern cars are now dedicated to functionality. All of them offer some crumb of comfort. However, these two EV pickups offer a whole lot more and will redefine the segment for years to come. Here are the top 10 pickup trucks that are on sale in the UAE.

Tesla Cybertruck vs Ford F-150 Lightning: Dimensions

Dimensions	Cybertruck	F-150
Length	5,660mm	5,910mm
Width	2,029mm	2,438mm
Height	1,791mm	1,989mm
Wheelbase	3,807mm	3,695mm
Bed Length	6 feet	5.5 feet
Bed Width	4 feet	4 feet
Towing Capacity	4,990kg	4,536kg
Payload	1,134kg	1,013kg
Front Trunk	400L	400L

The F-150 Lightning, despite having larger dimensions, has a smaller wheelbase than the Cybertruck. This is because the Cybertruck has a lesser overhang at the front as compared to the F-150. Also, the Tesla’s pick-up has better towing and payload capability along with a longer bed in its standard spec.

Tesla Cybertruck vs Ford F-150 Lightning: Exterior Design

Features	Cybertruck	F-150
Lights	LED	LED
Exclusive Graphics	No	No
Smart Exterior Mirrors	Yes	No
Body Cladding	Yes	No
Side Step	No	Yes
Wheels	20-inch	22-inch
Bed Cover	Yes	No
Tailgate	Manual Opening	Yes
Exterior Power Sockets	Yes	Yes

Ford has gone the conventional way in designing the F-150 EV. On the other hand, Tesla, a newcomer to the automotive field, is not hesitant to experiment with new design ideas.

As a result, we ended up with the quirkiest car ever made in the auto realm with stainless steel construction. Oh boy, may the lord of fingerprint save you Cybertruck owners!

Tesla Cybertruck vs Ford F-150 Lightning: Interiors & Features

Features	Cybertruck	F-150
Instrument Cluster	None	12-inch
Infotainment	18.5-inch	15.5-inch
Rear Display	9.4-inch	None
Head-Up Display	Yes	Yes
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple CarPlay	Yes	Yes
Wireless Charger	Yes	Yes
Climate Control	Four Zone	Dual Zone
Heated & Cooled Seats	Front & Rear (Heated)	Front
Ambient Lighting	Yes	Yes
Audio	15-speaker	18-speaker

This experiment of new design has been carried forward on the inside of the Cybertruck too. No traditional instrument cluster, a steering wheel that goes from lock-to-lock in less than 180 degrees. And finally, a ton of features. Read more about all the quirks of the Cybertruck in this linked article.

Ford F-150’s interior design seems carried over from its petrol counterpart. However, the Lightning has a lot more features and tech on offer, especially on the top-spec trims. Also, Ford offers several optional accessories to add more features to your pick-up.

Tesla Cybertruck vs Ford F-150 Lightning: Electric Powertrain

Tesla Cybertruck has a clear advantage in the power and performance department. It uses better technology along with a more powerful tri-motor setup on offer. Read this linked article on tips to extract the maximum range from your EV.

Tesla Powertrain Options:

Single Motor
Dual-Motor
Tri-Motor

Ford F-150 Powertrain Options:

Dual-Motor

Standard-Spec Powertrain Comparison:

Powertrain	Cybertruck	F-150
Range	547km	370km
Battery Capacity	123kWh	98kWh
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Steering	Four Wheel Steer	Front Wheel Steer
Fast Charging Time	219km in 15 min	66km in 10 min
Max Power	600hp	452hp
Top-Speed	180km/h	180km/h
0 to 96km/h	2.6 seconds	4.4 seconds
Voltage Architecture	800-volt	400-volt

Top-Spec Powertrain Specs:

Powertrain	Cybertruck	F-150
Range	515km	515km
Battery Capacity	123kWh	131kWh
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Steering	Four Wheel Steer	Front Wheel Steer
Fast Charging Time	206km in 15 min	87km in 10 min
Max Power	845hp	580hp
Top-Speed	210km/h	180km/h
0 to 96km/h	2.6 seconds	4.0 seconds
Voltage Architecture	800-volt	400-volt

In both powertrain options, the newcomer is far superior as compared to the F-150. This is mainly due to the expensive 800-volt architecture used on the Cybertruck. How to make your battery pack last long? Here are all the details.

Tesla Cybertruck vs Ford F-150 Lightning: Off-Road

Stats	Cybertruck	F-150
Approach Angle	35 degrees	24.4 degrees
Departure Angle	28 degrees	23.6 degrees
Ground Clearance	363mm – 443mm	215mm
Water Wading Depth	760mm	610mm
Wheels & Tyres	20-inch & 20-inch	22-inch & 22-inch
Suspension Travel	14-inch	13-inch

Both pick-up trucks have ample off-road capabilities. However, the Cybertruck is again a far superior product against the F-150 Lightning. Better off-road angles, higher suspension travel, ground clearance and water-wading capacity put Tesla’s pick-up ahead of Ford’s. Time to bash some dunes!

Tesla Cybertruck vs Ford F-150 Lightning: Safety

Safety Features	Cybertruck	F-150
Airbags	~6	6
IRVM	None	Yes
Park Assist	Yes	Yes
Auto Pilot	Optional	Optional
ISOFIX Anchors	Yes	Yes
360-degree Camera	Yes	Yes
ADAS	Level 2+	Level 2

There are multiple reports that Tesla’s glasses and body are ballistic approved to resist the impact of a bullet. However, there are no official reports of this being true. Additionally, Tesla’s optional Autopilot ADAS feature is the best in the industry.

If you rely too much on your IRVM while driving your car, you have to unlearn it when driving the Cybertruck. The rest of the safety features are similar on both pick-up trucks. Check out this list of the top 10 best electric cars on sale in the UAE.

Tesla Cybertruck vs Ford F-150 Lightning: Price