The Skoda Octavia Combi 1.9 TDI 4x4 with a Wilk S4-400 with an actual weight of 1140 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Skoda is in general more than sufficient. And also the weight of the Wilk with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
183
147
Mountains
Risk of snaking
186
199
Weight ratio: 68% (77% of kerbweight)
1140 kg
1675 kg
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Skoda Octavia Combi 1.9 TDI 4x4 Wilk S4-400
Actual Weights
Wilk S4-400: 1140 kg.
Skoda Octavia Combi 1.9 TDI 4x4: 1675 kg.
Noseweight: 70 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 68%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 183 points).
Speeds of 66 mph (107 km/h) to 73 mph (117 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is only moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 147 points).
Slightly higher revs (2000 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 23.9 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 186 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 15%, but do require some experience from the driver.
On motorway inclines the speed drops despite high revs.
A speed of 56 mph (91 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Skoda 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 68%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 77%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 70 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 199 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.