The towing limit is exceeded by 400 kg!
It is not allowed to drive with this Elddis. Make sure the towing limit is correct.
We now give advice based on the assumption that the legal maximum towing weight is higher for your car and that the car should be allowed to tow this caravan!
The Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6i 16v with a Elddis Crusader Typhoon with an actual weight of 1600 kg is not a recommended match to drive.
The motor preformance of the Citroen is in general just sufficient. But the weight of the Elddis with a User Payload (170 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is too heavy for long distances. Remember to load your caravan correctly, insuring that the noseweight of the caravan is sufficient and the weight is distributed properly. But even so, a starting caravan driver is better off choosing a smaller and less heavy caravan!
Flat roads
Towing Performance
167
72
Mountains
Risk of snaking
133
41
Weight ratio: 104% (119% of kerbweight)
1600 kg
1543 kg
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The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 167 points).
Speeds of 66 mph (106 km/h) to 72 mph (116 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is only very moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 72 points).
Slightly higher revs (3200 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 29.3 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally sufficient (score to compare 133 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 53 mph (85 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit is exceeded by 400 kg (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 104%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 119%.
The risk of snaking at higher speeds, strong side winds and thoughtless driving is great. It is not recommended to drive with this outfit for long distances!
Recommended noseweight is 85 kg.
Safe speed up to 50 mph (80 km/h).
Stability and safety score to compare is 41 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.
Proper and careful loading is essential!
It's not a recomanded match. Only if you are an experienced (caravan) driver it is posible to drive carfully.
Influence of User Payload on stability
Weight distribution and noseweight are vital in obtaining a stable caravan.