The Ford Focus 2.0 16v with a Bailey Ranger 460/2 with an actual weight of 1131 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Ford is in general more than sufficient. And also the weight of the Bailey with a User Payload (190 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
205
95
Mountains
Risk of snaking
214
177
Weight ratio: 74% (86% of kerbweight)
1131 kg
1521 kg
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Ford Focus 2.0 16v Bailey Ranger 460/2
Actual Weights
Bailey Ranger 460/2: 1131 kg.
Ford Focus 2.0 16v: 1521 kg.
Noseweight: 70 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 74%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 205 points).
Speeds of 69 mph (112 km/h) to 75 mph (121 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is only very moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 95 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 20.1 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally good (score to compare 214 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 14%, but do require some experience from the driver.
On motorway inclines higher revs (4400 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 61 mph (98 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Ford is sufficient (check this in your vehicle documents).
The car is too heavily loaded.
Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 74%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 86%.
The chance of snaking is relatively small at normal speed, if the caravan is well loaded.
Recommended noseweight is 70 kg.
Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
Stability and safety score to compare is 177 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.