The Volvo V50 2.0D with a Avondale Dart 470-2 with an actual weight of 1120 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Volvo is in general fairly good. And also the weight of the Avondale with a User Payload (187 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
227
234
Mountains
Risk of snaking
258
204
Weight ratio: 67% (76% of kerbweight)
1120 kg
1679 kg
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Volvo V50 2.0D Avondale Dart 470-2
Actual Weights
Avondale Dart 470-2: 1120 kg.
Volvo V50 2.0D: 1679 kg.
Noseweight: 70 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 67%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 227 points).
Speeds of 74 mph (119 km/h) to 79 mph (128 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is more than enough power at low engine speeds (score to compare 234 points).
Higher revs (1600 rpm) are usually not necessary on flat roads, under most circumstances.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 18.4 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 258 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 18%.
On motorway inclines higher revs (2500 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 64 mph (104 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Volvo 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 67%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 76%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 70 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 204 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 fairly 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.