 | Mercedes-Benz ML 320
Swift Challenger SE 480 |  |
 Performance | | Weight |
The Mercedes-Benz ML 320 with a Swift Challenger SE 480 with an actual weight of 1282 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Mercedes-Benz is in general very good. And also the weight of the Swift with a User Payload (121 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
264
297
Mountains
Risk of snaking
314
232
Weight ratio: 58% (64% of kerbweight)
1282 kg
2210 kg
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| Mercedes-Benz ML 320
Swift Challenger SE 480 | |
Actual Weights
- Swift Challenger SE 480: 1282 kg.
- Mercedes-Benz ML 320: 2210 kg.
- Noseweight: 75 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 58%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally very good on flat roads (performance score to compare 264 points).
- Speeds of 81 mph (131 km/h) to 86 mph (139 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is a lot of power at low engine speeds (score to compare 297 points).
- Higher revs (2000 rpm) are usually not necessary on flat roads, under most circumstances.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 15.4 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 314 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 21%.
- On motorway inclines higher revs (2900 rpm) are needed.
- A speed of 72 mph (116 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Mercedes-Benz 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 58%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 64%.
- The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
- Recommended noseweight is 75 kg.
- Stability and safety score to compare is 232 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 very good.
- 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.
Distribute the User Payload by yourself in the caravan and the car and then find out the stability rating of your loading configuration.
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