Car mechanics are not the only ones that have evolved, the bodywork has also done so in terms of its design to respond to all tastes, styles and needs of users.
In the world there is a wide variety of brands, models, designs and colors of cars that are classified according to a segment, that is, characteristics such as size, distribution of internal space and external design. The language of bodies is not popular, proof of which is that in dealerships it is frequent to ask; which is a minivan?, What is the difference between a SUV it is a crossing?, why does the version existif they give y hatchback of the same car?, to name a few.
Below we explain each of the segments that exist on the market with an example to facilitate their identification:
1. coupe; They are two-door cars with a reduced interior, they usually have two seats, although they can have rear seats. They are armed on the platform of some sedans any halls and although they have two doors, they are usually long. Its design is sporty and the cabin allows for a pleasant trip for 1 or 2 people. The coupe cars came up with the idea of creating vehicles with very advanced engines for the time, with 6 cylinders or more in line or in V, which provided greater power with machines from 3.0 L to 6.0 L and with a robust sound due to to the little compression they produced. Examples of them are the v, hemi, camaro, CorvetteThe Accord CoupeThe civic coupe. Over time, its size and weight were reduced, requiring lighter engines while maintaining the same sporting performance.
2. hatchback; are cars of the medium or compact segment that have thetrunk integrated into the cabin. They are also known as 3-door cars and offer better use of space. In some models, the rear seat is foldable, which allows for more rear space. Its use is urban because they occupy little space. Hatchbacks came up with the idea of creating an economical car, over time they evolved, thus creating new models from different brands such as: Peugeot 307, renault clio,volkswagen pointer, ford fiesta any Ford Ka, toyota yaris y honda fit, between others. These cars quickly became favorites of young men and women. The engines were changing according to pollution regulations and adjusting to reduce consumption, as happened with the carburetor change to indirect injection. Some models have evolved into their sportier versions, such as the famous volkswagen gtione small car with high performance engine Ideal for those looking for strong emotions.
3. convertible any convertible; are cars with retractable roof which leaves the cabin in the open air. The material with which the hood is made is flexible canvas, vinyl, plastic, aluminum or some metal to build folding designs. O convertible They are limited vehicles, sought after by those who enjoy the outdoors and were designed for a comfortable trip for 1 to 2 people. Usually these cars have two doors and a very sporty design. They are usually labeled with letters such as CC (convertible coupe). Some examples of these cars are the Mazda MX-5, bmw z3 any bmw z4, Pontiac Solstice y mitsubishi eclipsebetween others.
Four. if they give; They are four-door vehicles with capacity for four or more people. They differ from the hatchback in that the trunk is separate from the cabin, so They have a larger volume and therefore are longer.. They are cars generally chosen by small or medium families, some models have powerful engines like the Mazda 3, Honda Civic and Volkswagen Bora. There are more sporty versions with powerful engines for those who like speed, like the Alfa Romeo 155, Subaru Impreza with boxer engine and theMitsubishi Lancer Evolution, between others. Although these cars do not retain the concept of a 4-door sedan with regard to economical consumption, they are nothing more than the limited and exclusive line of brands.
5. Silk; It is the Italian term that refers to a sedan vehicle, with the same technical characteristics and equipment. Sports sedans were created, cars with a very aggressive look with wide tires (from 17¿¿ to 20¿¿) and lower suspensions that take away part of the good ride in the city, but make the roads safer. Examples from the segment are the Ford Mondeo TS220 with 140 horsepower and the vw passat v6 with 250 horsepower, among others.
6. familiar, average or big; This segment is known in different ways depending on the country where it is sold, as the name implies, it is preferred by families for its space and comfort. They are cars that offer a reasonable price in relation to the comfort they provide. Its size is larger than a compact sedan. In addition, the rear seats can be folded down to make the cargo space more spacious. Examples of this thread are; toyota camry, Honda Accord, nissan high, chevrolet malibu, Chevrolet Vectra, Ford Fusion, mazda 6 yvolkswagen passatto mention a few.
7. SUV (Sport utility vehicle); sport utility vehicle, these trucks give the user the feeling of driving a 4X4, they are endowed with a strong body and have an aggressive image. Its load capacity is not very wide for light SUVs like the Nissan X-Trail, Toyota RAV-4, honda crv, suzuki grand vitara, Mitsubishi Outlanderas they are assembled from the platforms of the compact models of the same brand as; nissan sentra, toyota corolla, Honda Civic, suzuki aero, mitubishi lancer. This segment is new and constitutes a combination between an SUV and a comfortable city car. Traditional SUVs are those that have a body-on-frame construction, have a very large cargo area because the length of the vehicle exceeds 5 meters. The suspension is very rigid, resistant and tolerates weights ranging from 1.5 to 2 tons. The most emblematic of the segment are; ford explorer, ford expedition, suburban chevrolet, toyota sequoia ytoyota 4runner.
8. 4×4; These vehicles are widely used off-road, have all the technical specifications necessary to travel on this type of road. They are also known as all-wheel drive or all-wheel drive for their ability to cross rivers, climb rocky slopes, traverse cobblestones and dirt roads. The center of gravity is shifted downwards, so these vehicles can lean sideways up to a certain angle. They have very advanced gearboxes, such as the ¿baja¿, a change with great force to be used at low speed that is used in situations where all the power is demanded from the engine. Examples of these cars are the range of Jeep y Hummer.
9. to choose; It is a type of car that has an open cargo area at the rear called a tray, box or basin, in which large objects can be placed. This class of vehicles is used to transport medium-sized objects, such as in the field. Its engine is heavy, with a rear trunk called a box, and a cabin with capacity for 2 or 4 people. They have a very strong and high suspension to withstand heavy loads. The structure tends to be very similar to that of a 4×4, as well as the tires that allow a greater load thanks to their high profile. Examples of this thread are; Small pickup; chevrolet montana,ford courier. Medium Uptake; ford ranger, nissan frontier, toyota tacoma. Large Pickup; Chevrolet Avalanche or Silverado, gmc serra,toyota tundra, nissan titan, Ford F Series y Dodge Ram.
10. minivan; These are vehicles where everything is included in the cabin space; engine, passengers and trunk. They usually differ because in many the engine is placed inside the front of the cab to provide more space. They have become more popular, especially with medium-sized families, as they have capacity for seven or eight passengers. As examples of this segment we find; Mitsubishi Grandis, mazda 5, chevrolet zafira, toyota matrix.
eleven. minivan; They are preferred by large families thanks to their spaciousness and internal layout. In general they have 3 rows of seats to accommodate 7 passengersThey only use 1 or 2 sliding doors for passenger entry. In this segment we find; honda odyssey,toyota siena, nissan mission, Chrysler Voyager.
12. pickup truck any Guayin; truck-like vehicle built from a sedan with a elongated trunk compartment. It is also known as break or guayin. As an example of the segment is thevolkswagen sportswagen.