Figuring out the weight of cars isn’t hard. For an average size automobile, that would be 3,000 lbs. But the model, manufacturer and other issues will affect its heaviness.
Finding the Weight
One way is to go to a truck stop. There should be a scale there. Usually the clerk will ask your name or the type of car you use. After paying a small fee, you can weigh the car. The cost is usually a few dollars.
Some models have the weight inscribed in the vehicle itself. Check the door. If there is a fixed plate, read what it says. That would be something like “maximum load: 800 lbs”. That refers to the passenger weight it can carry. There should also be a gross vehicle weight. The number may read 4,200 or something like that.
To find the weight of cars, subtract the passenger weight from the gross. The remaining figure should be a good approximation.
You can also get the information from the Internet. There are websites that provide data based on car model or manufacturer. The Web also...
