 | Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCi
Elddis Crusader Storm |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The towing limit is exceeded by 30 kg!
It is not allowed to drive with this Elddis.
Make sure the towing limit is correct.
We now give advice based on the assumption that the legal maximum towing weight is higher for your car and that the car should be allowed to tow this caravan!
The Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCi with a Elddis Crusader Storm with an actual weight of 1830 kg is not a recommended match to drive.
The motor preformance of the Ford is in general more than sufficient. But the weight of the Elddis with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is too heavy for long distances. Remember to load your caravan correctly, insuring that the noseweight of the caravan is sufficient and the weight is distributed properly. But even so, a starting caravan driver is better off choosing a smaller and less heavy caravan!
Flat roads
Towing Performance
185
153
Mountains
Risk of snaking
169
42
Weight ratio: 103% (116% of kerbweight)
1830 kg
1784 kg
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| Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCi
Elddis Crusader Storm | |
Actual Weights
- Elddis Crusader Storm: 1830 kg.
- Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCi: 1784 kg.
- Noseweight: 100 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 103%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 185 points).
- Speeds of 68 mph (110 km/h) to 74 mph (120 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is sufficient power at low engine speeds (score to compare 153 points).
- Slightly higher revs (2000 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 26.2 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 169 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 56 mph (90 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit is exceeded by 30 kg (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 103%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 116%.
- The risk of snaking at higher speeds, strong side winds and thoughtless driving is great. It is not recommended to drive with this outfit for long distances!
- Recommended noseweight is 100 kg.
- Safe speed up to 50 mph (80 km/h).
- Stability and safety score to compare is 42 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.
- Proper and careful loading is essential!
- It's not a recomanded match. Only if you are an experienced (caravan) driver it is posible to drive carfully.
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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