 | Citroen Berlingo Multispace 1.6 HDI
Sterckeman Starlett 420 CP |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The Citroen Berlingo Multispace 1.6 HDI with a Sterckeman Starlett 420 CP with an actual weight of 970 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 Sterckeman 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
183
159
Mountains
Risk of snaking
179
217
Weight ratio: 63% (72% of kerbweight)
970 kg
1540 kg
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| Citroen Berlingo Multispace 1.6 HDI
Sterckeman Starlett 420 CP | |
Actual Weights
- Sterckeman Starlett 420 CP: 970 kg.
- Citroen Berlingo Multispace 1.6 HDI: 1540 kg.
- Noseweight: 65 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 63%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 183 points).
- Speeds of 67 mph (108 km/h) to 73 mph (118 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is sufficient power at low engine speeds (score to compare 159 points).
- Slightly higher revs (1900 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 24.7 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 179 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 the speed drops despite high revs.
- A speed of 56 mph (91 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Citroen is 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 63%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 72%.
- The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
- Recommended noseweight is 65 kg.
- Stability and safety score to compare is 217 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.
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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