 | Citroen C4 Picasso 1.6 Hdi
Elddis Xplore 304 |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The Citroen C4 Picasso 1.6 Hdi with a Elddis Xplore 304 with an actual weight of 1066 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 more than sufficient. And also the weight of the Elddis with a User Payload (163 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
188
173
Mountains
Risk of snaking
183
231
Weight ratio: 60% (68% of kerbweight)
1066 kg
1789 kg
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| Citroen C4 Picasso 1.6 Hdi
Elddis Xplore 304 | |
Actual Weights
- Elddis Xplore 304: 1066 kg.
- Citroen C4 Picasso 1.6 Hdi: 1789 kg.
- Noseweight: 65 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 60%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 188 points).
- Speeds of 68 mph (110 km/h) to 75 mph (121 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is sufficient power at low engine speeds (score to compare 173 points).
- Slightly higher revs (1800 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 24.9 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 183 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 (4000 rpm) are needed.
- A speed of 57 mph (92 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Citroen is more than 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 60%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 68%.
- The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
- Recommended noseweight is 65 kg.
- Stability and safety score to compare is 231 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 more than 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.
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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