The Citroen C4 Coupe 1.6 Hdi 90 with a Bailey Orion 400-2 with an actual weight of 1076 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 sufficient. And also the weight of the Bailey with a User Payload (117 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
171
131
Mountains
Risk of snaking
161
194
Weight ratio: 70% (81% of kerbweight)
1076 kg
1530 kg
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Citroen C4 Coupe 1.6 Hdi 90 Bailey Orion 400-2
Actual Weights
Bailey Orion 400-2: 1076 kg.
Citroen C4 Coupe 1.6 Hdi 90: 1530 kg.
Noseweight: 65 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 70%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 171 points).
Speeds of 64 mph (104 km/h) to 71 mph (114 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is only moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 131 points).
Slightly higher revs (2100 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 25.8 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 161 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 the speed drops despite high revs.
A speed of 55 mph (88 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 70%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 81%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 65 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 194 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 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.