The Citroen C8 - 2.0 Hdi aut. with a Knaus Sport 500 FU with an actual weight of 1260 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 more than sufficient. And also the weight of the Knaus with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
193
201
Mountains
Risk of snaking
184
211
Weight ratio: 64% (71% of kerbweight)
1260 kg
1968 kg
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Citroen C8 - 2.0 Hdi aut. Knaus Sport 500 FU
Actual Weights
Knaus Sport 500 FU: 1260 kg.
Citroen C8 - 2.0 Hdi aut.: 1968 kg.
Noseweight: 75 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 64%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 193 points).
Speeds of 70 mph (113 km/h) to 76 mph (123 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is more than enough power at low engine speeds (score to compare 201 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 25.8 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 184 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 14%.
On motorway inclines the speed drops despite high revs.
A speed of 57 mph (92 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, you will need a B+E (or B96) driving license.
Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 64%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 71%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 75 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 211 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.