 | Toyota Previa 2.0 D4-D
Compass Corona 472 |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The Toyota Previa 2.0 D4-D with a Compass Corona 472 with an actual weight of 1240 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Toyota is in general more than sufficient. And also the weight of the Compass with a User Payload (196 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
201
186
Mountains
Risk of snaking
189
221
Weight ratio: 60% (66% of kerbweight)
1240 kg
2075 kg
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| Toyota Previa 2.0 D4-D
Compass Corona 472 | |
Actual Weights
- Compass Corona 472: 1240 kg.
- Toyota Previa 2.0 D4-D: 2075 kg.
- Noseweight: 70 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 60%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 201 points).
- Speeds of 72 mph (116 km/h) to 78 mph (126 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is sufficient power at low engine speeds (score to compare 186 points).
- Slightly higher revs (1800 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 25.6 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 189 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 12%, but do require some experience from the driver.
- On motorway inclines the speed drops despite high revs.
- A speed of 58 mph (94 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Toyota 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 60%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 66%.
- The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
- Recommended noseweight is 70 kg.
- Stability and safety score to compare is 221 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.
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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