In today's world every vehicle has a number of characteristics, among which a special place occupy the width, height and length - the so-called limits of the vehicle.These figures not only allow you to define the space occupied by the machine, but also to calculate the space that you need it for a variety of maneuvers, such as turning 90 degrees or turn.In addition, the dimensional criteria of a class depends vehicle.
Overall vehicle parameters to help distinguish similar vehicles and to group them into several classes.However, such a structure is not of an international character.The world presented three main classifications of cars: European, Japanese and American.
The first is that the diversity of vehicles is divided into nine categories, or classes.The basis of this structure are the external dimensions of the car.In turn, the second is based on the volume of the engine mounted on the vehicle, and its size.The latter differs from the first two expanded set of criteria: it takes into account not only the volume of the engine, and the amount of luggage and the passenger compartment, as well as the dimensions of the car and its market value.
course, a European classification also takes into account the cost of the car, and a set of options installed.In this regard, each classification can be considered conditional and represents the boundary between the segments - rather blurred.Consider the European structure more.It was isolated six major groups and 3 additional facilities including automobiles, not related to any other segments.
Class A
group of very small vehicles.Dimensions of the vehicle group does not exceed 3.6 meters in length and 1.6 meters in width.This category can be safely attributed the small cars that are designed for tight city streets.Because of their small size, they have a good economy and ample opportunities for parking.
Class B
dimensions of the car a bit more of this group: 3.6-3.9 m long and 1.5-1.7 m in width.A popular type of cars with engine capacity, rarely exceeding 1.6 liters.
Class C
representatives of this segment are universal - are relatively compact and fairly roomy.Enjoy a wide range of the most dynamic and ride characteristics.
Class D
For the most part this family cars represented in almost all body types.A spacious interior and a large amount of luggage.
Class E
luxury cars that are true to the business class.A completion of the models in this category are mainly engaged in the luxury car manufacturers.
Class F
Executive Class cars, which is characterized by a huge number of options, spacious and comfortable interior and a total length of more than 5 meters.
Additional classes (S, M, J) include sports cars, minivans and cars, which have a high cross, respectively.
