The Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6i with a Knaus Deseo Box with an actual weight of 750 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Citroen is in general sufficient. And also the weight of the Knaus with a User Payload (150 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
178
99
Mountains
Risk of snaking
168
277
Weight ratio: 50% (57% of kerbweight)
750 kg
1515 kg
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Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6i Knaus Deseo Box
Actual Weights
Knaus Deseo Box: 750 kg.
Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6i: 1515 kg.
Noseweight: 50 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 50%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 178 points).
Speeds of 65 mph (105 km/h) to 71 mph (115 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is only very moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 99 points).
Slightly higher revs (3000 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 24 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 168 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 12%, but do require some experience from the driver.
On motorway inclines higher revs (5700 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 56 mph (90 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Citroen is sufficient (check this in your vehicle documents).
If you passed your driving test after 1 January 1997, a B driving license is enough.
Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 50%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 57%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 50 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 277 points.
If the caravan starts to snake you should reduce your speed and slow down directly! Lift your feet off the accelerator and brake gradually. Hold the steering wheel into a fixed position.
Conclusion
Performance is sufficient.
Safe driving is possible.
It's a perfect match!
Influence of User Payload on stability
Weight distribution and noseweight are vital in obtaining a stable caravan.