The Ford Mondeo Wagon 2.0 TDCi with a Geist Aktiv 595 with an actual weight of 1690 kg is not a recommended match for long journeys.
The motor preformance of the Ford is in general fairly good. But the weight of the Geist with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is too heavy and not recommended 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
217
213
Mountains
Risk of snaking
228
69
Weight ratio: 95% (107% of kerbweight)
1690 kg
1776 kg
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Ford Mondeo Wagon 2.0 TDCi Geist Aktiv 595
Actual Weights
Geist Aktiv 595: 1690 kg.
Ford Mondeo Wagon 2.0 TDCi: 1776 kg.
Noseweight: 90 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 95%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 217 points).
Speeds of 73 mph (118 km/h) to 79 mph (127 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is more than enough power at low engine speeds (score to compare 213 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 21.1 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally good (score to compare 228 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 15%, but do require some experience from the driver.
On motorway inclines higher revs (3000 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 62 mph (100 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Ford is 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 95%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 107%.
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 85 - 90 kg.
Towball limit is 75 kg (Check this on the type plate of your towbar!)
Safe speed up to 50 mph (80 km/h).
Stability and safety score to compare is 69 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.
Proper and careful loading is essential!
It's a moderate match, only for experienced (caravan) drivers and not recommended for long journeys.
Influence of User Payload on stability
Weight distribution and noseweight are vital in obtaining a stable caravan.