The Ssangyong Musso 2.9 TD aut. with a Lunar Lexon EW with an actual weight of 1520 kg is a match suitable for most journeys, sometimes with some limitations.
The motor preformance of the Ssangyong is in general sufficient. And also the weight of the Lunar 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
180
124
Mountains
Risk of snaking
154
180
Weight ratio: 69% (76% of kerbweight)
1520 kg
2195 kg
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Ssangyong Musso 2.9 TD aut. Lunar Lexon EW
Actual Weights
Lunar Lexon EW: 1520 kg.
Ssangyong Musso 2.9 TD aut.: 2195 kg.
Noseweight: 85 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 69%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 180 points).
Speeds of 69 mph (112 km/h) to 76 mph (122 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is only moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 124 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 30.1 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 154 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 12%.
On motorway inclines the speed drops despite high revs.
A speed of 54 mph (87 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Ssangyong is more than sufficient (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 69%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 76%.
There is a small chance of snaking at higher speeds, strong side winds and thoughtless driving. Even if the combination normally feels stable, the forces by deflection side to side are great at high speed. For drivers with knowledge of, and experience in driving a caravan it is safe to drive, but proper and careful loading is still important! An electronic stability system in the car and / or on the caravan is worth considering.
Recommended noseweight is 85 kg.
Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
Stability and safety score to compare is 180 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.
If the caravan is well loaded safe driving is possible.
It's a good match, sometimes with some limitations.
Influence of User Payload on stability
Weight distribution and noseweight are vital in obtaining a stable caravan.