How Wide is a Car?

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Generally, the length of a sedan is around 4.8 meters, and the width is approximately 1.8 meters. The dimensions of different car models vary. Length: Micro cars range from 3 to 4 meters, compact cars are about 4 meters, mid-size cars around 5 meters, and luxury cars exceed 5 meters. Width typically falls between 1.4 to 1.8 meters. Heavier vehicles tend to have better stability at high speeds. Factors affecting high-speed stability include: 1. Vehicle tires: Tires are the only components in contact with the ground. Generally, wider and flatter tires enhance stability at high speeds. 2. Vehicle shape: The aerodynamic design of a vehicle also impacts high-speed stability; vehicles that conform better to aerodynamics are more stable at high speeds. 3. Drive type: Most vehicles have front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, or four-wheel drive, with four-wheel drive vehicles being more stable than two-wheel drive ones. 4. Suspension system: Vehicles with independent suspension systems are generally more stable than those with non-independent systems. Independent suspensions include MacPherson strut and multi-link suspensions, among others.