Hyundai Santa Fe 2.2 CRDi VGT 4WD aut. Bailey Olympus 464
Performance
Weight
The Hyundai Santa Fe 2.2 CRDi VGT 4WD aut. with a Bailey Olympus 464 with an actual weight of 1320 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Hyundai is in general fairly good. And also the weight of the Bailey with a User Payload (195 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
220
238
Mountains
Risk of snaking
232
214
Weight ratio: 62% (68% of kerbweight)
1320 kg
2128 kg
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Hyundai Santa Fe 2.2 CRDi VGT 4WD aut. Bailey Olympus 464
Actual Weights
Bailey Olympus 464: 1320 kg.
Hyundai Santa Fe 2.2 CRDi VGT 4WD aut.: 2128 kg.
Noseweight: 75 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 62%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 220 points).
Speeds of 74 mph (119 km/h) to 82 mph (132 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is more than enough power at low engine speeds (score to compare 238 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 21 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally good (score to compare 232 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 17%.
On motorway inclines higher revs (2900 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 61 mph (99 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Hyundai 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 62%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 68%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 75 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 214 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.