The Ford Galaxy 2.3i 16v with a Lunar Clubman 530-4 with an actual weight of 1350 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Ford is in general fairly good. And also the weight of the Lunar with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
214
168
Mountains
Risk of snaking
220
186
Weight ratio: 68% (76% of kerbweight)
1350 kg
1975 kg
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Ford Galaxy 2.3i 16v Lunar Clubman 530-4
Actual Weights
Lunar Clubman 530-4: 1350 kg.
Ford Galaxy 2.3i 16v: 1975 kg.
Noseweight: 75 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 68%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 214 points).
Speeds of 73 mph (117 km/h) to 79 mph (127 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is sufficient power at low engine speeds (score to compare 168 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 21.5 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally good (score to compare 220 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 13%, but do require some experience from the driver.
On motorway inclines higher revs (4500 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 62 mph (100 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Ford 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 68%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 76%.
The chance of snaking is relatively small at normal speed, if the caravan is well loaded.
Recommended noseweight is 75 kg.
Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
Stability and safety score to compare is 186 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 fairly 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.