The Citroen C4 Berline 2.0 HdiF with a Avondale Dart 380-2 with an actual weight of 1000 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 good. And also the weight of the Avondale with a User Payload (174 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
235
226
Mountains
Risk of snaking
288
231
Weight ratio: 60% (69% of kerbweight)
1000 kg
1656 kg
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Citroen C4 Berline 2.0 HdiF Avondale Dart 380-2
Actual Weights
Avondale Dart 380-2: 1000 kg.
Citroen C4 Berline 2.0 HdiF: 1656 kg.
Noseweight: 65 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 60%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 235 points).
Speeds of 74 mph (120 km/h) to 80 mph (129 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is more than enough power at low engine speeds (score to compare 226 points).
Slightly higher revs (1700 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 16.2 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 288 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 21%.
On motorway inclines higher revs (2400 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 67 mph (108 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 69%.
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 good.
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.