The Ssangyong Musso 2.9 D with a Sterling Europa 460 with an actual weight of 1280 kg is a match suitable for most journeys, sometimes with some limitations.
The motor preformance of the Ssangyong is in general just sufficient. And also the weight of the Sterling with a User Payload (134 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
143
131
Mountains
Risk of snaking
90
224
Weight ratio: 60% (66% of kerbweight)
1280 kg
2133 kg
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Ssangyong Musso 2.9 D Sterling Europa 460
Actual Weights
Sterling Europa 460: 1280 kg.
Ssangyong Musso 2.9 D: 2133 kg.
Noseweight: 75 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 60%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally sufficient on flat roads (performance score to compare 143 points).
Speeds of 64 mph (104 km/h) to 71 mph (115 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is only moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 131 points).
Slightly higher revs (2300 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 36.8 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally (very) moderate (score to compare 90 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads but the performance is not that great. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 9%, but do require some experience from the driver.
On motorway inclines the speed drops despite high revs.
A speed of 47 mph (76 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Ssangyong is more than sufficient (check this in your vehicle documents).
If you passed your driving test after 1 January 1997, you will need a B+E (or B96) driving license.
Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 60%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 66%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 75 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 224 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 just sufficient.
Safe driving is possible.
It's a good match, sometimes with some limitations.
Influence of User Payload on stability
Weight distribution and noseweight are vital in obtaining a stable caravan.