 | Renault Grand Scenic 1.5 dCi [EDC]
Bailey Ranger 500 |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The Renault Grand Scenic 1.5 dCi [EDC] with a Bailey Ranger 500 with an actual weight of 1261 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Renault is in general more than sufficient. And also the weight of the Bailey with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
181
162
Mountains
Risk of snaking
174
183
Weight ratio: 71% (81% of kerbweight)
1261 kg
1786 kg
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| Renault Grand Scenic 1.5 dCi [EDC]
Bailey Ranger 500 | |
Actual Weights
- Bailey Ranger 500: 1261 kg.
- Renault Grand Scenic 1.5 dCi [EDC]: 1786 kg.
- Noseweight: 75 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 71%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 181 points).
- Speeds of 68 mph (109 km/h) to 74 mph (119 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is sufficient power at low engine speeds (score to compare 162 points).
- Slightly higher revs (1900 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 26.6 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 174 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 14%.
- On motorway inclines the speed drops despite high revs.
- A speed of 56 mph (90 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Renault is 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 71%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 81%.
- 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 183 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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