 | Opel Zafira 2.2
Abbey Aventura 315 |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The Opel Zafira 2.2 with a Abbey Aventura 315 with an actual weight of 1264 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Opel is in general fairly good. And also the weight of the Abbey with a User Payload (191 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
228
144
Mountains
Risk of snaking
250
179
Weight ratio: 72% (81% of kerbweight)
1264 kg
1765 kg
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| Opel Zafira 2.2
Abbey Aventura 315 | |
Actual Weights
- Abbey Aventura 315: 1264 kg.
- Opel Zafira 2.2: 1765 kg.
- Noseweight: 75 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 72%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 228 points).
- Speeds of 74 mph (120 km/h) to 80 mph (129 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is only moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 144 points).
- Slightly higher revs (2500 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 18.8 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 250 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 (4000 rpm) are needed.
- A speed of 65 mph (105 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Opel 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 72%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 81%.
- The chance of snaking is relatively small at normal speed, if the caravan is well loaded.
- Recommended noseweight is 75 kg.
- Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
- Stability and safety score to compare is 179 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.
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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