 | Ford Mondeo Wagon 2.0 DOHC Zetec
Hobby De Luxe 560 KMFe |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The towing limit is exceeded by 87 kg!
It is not allowed to drive with this Hobby.
Make sure the towing limit is correct.
We now give advice based on the assumption that the legal maximum towing weight is higher for your car and that the car should be allowed to tow this caravan!
The Ford Mondeo Wagon 2.0 DOHC Zetec with a Hobby De Luxe 560 KMFe with an actual weight of 1587 kg is not a recommended match for long journeys.
The motor preformance of the Ford is in general sufficient. But the weight of the Hobby with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is too heavy and not recommended for long distances. Remember to load your caravan correctly, insuring that the noseweight of the caravan is sufficient and the weight is distributed properly. But even so, a starting caravan driver is better off choosing a smaller and less heavy caravan!
Flat roads
Towing Performance
183
94
Mountains
Risk of snaking
168
63
Weight ratio: 97% (111% of kerbweight)
1587 kg
1636 kg
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| Ford Mondeo Wagon 2.0 DOHC Zetec
Hobby De Luxe 560 KMFe | |
Actual Weights
- Hobby De Luxe 560 KMFe: 1587 kg.
- Ford Mondeo Wagon 2.0 DOHC Zetec: 1636 kg.
- Noseweight: 85 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 97%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 183 points).
- Speeds of 67 mph (108 km/h) to 74 mph (119 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is only very moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 94 points).
- Slightly higher revs (2900 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 25 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 168 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads but the performance is not that great. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 11%, but do require some experience from the driver.
- On motorway inclines higher revs (5300 rpm) are needed.
- A speed of 56 mph (91 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit is exceeded by 87 kg (check this in your vehicle documents).
- If you passed your driving test after 1 January 1997, you will need a B+E (or B96) driving license.
- Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 97%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 111%.
- The risk of snaking at higher speeds, strong side winds and thoughtless driving is great. It is not recommended to drive with this outfit for long distances!
- Recommended noseweight is 85 kg.
- Safe speed up to 50 mph (80 km/h).
- Stability and safety score to compare is 63 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.
- Proper and careful loading is essential!
- It's a moderate match, only for experienced (caravan) drivers and not recommended for long journeys.
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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