The number of passengers a 16-year-old can have in their car depends entirely on the laws of the state or country where they are driving. There are no universal rules. Many places have graduated driver's licensing (GDL) systems that restrict the number of passengers for young, newly licensed drivers. Some may allow only one passenger (besides family members), while others may have different restrictions based on age or experience.
To find out the legal limit, you must check the specific rules and regulations for the relevant jurisdiction.