 | Peugeot 406 2.0 16v
Knaus Sport 450 FS |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The Peugeot 406 2.0 16v with a Knaus Sport 450 FS with an actual weight of 1180 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Peugeot is in general more than sufficient. And also the weight of the Knaus 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
203
100
Mountains
Risk of snaking
214
182
Weight ratio: 73% (83% of kerbweight)
1180 kg
1625 kg
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| Peugeot 406 2.0 16v
Knaus Sport 450 FS | |
Actual Weights
- Knaus Sport 450 FS: 1180 kg.
- Peugeot 406 2.0 16v: 1625 kg.
- Noseweight: 70 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 73%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 203 points).
- Speeds of 69 mph (111 km/h) to 74 mph (120 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is only moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 100 points).
- Slightly higher revs (2800 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 19.9 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally good (score to compare 214 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 14%, but do require some experience from the driver.
- On motorway inclines higher revs (4400 rpm) are needed.
- A speed of 61 mph (98 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Peugeot 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 73%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 83%.
- The chance of snaking is relatively small at normal speed, if the caravan is well loaded.
- Recommended noseweight is 70 kg.
- Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
- Stability and safety score to compare is 182 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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