 | Citroen C5 2.2 HDI [5MT]
TEC Travelbird 340 |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The Citroen C5 2.2 HDI [5MT] with a TEC Travelbird 340 with an actual weight of 900 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 good. And also the weight of the TEC with a User Payload (176 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
234
219
Mountains
Risk of snaking
280
273
Weight ratio: 50% (57% of kerbweight)
900 kg
1785 kg
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| Citroen C5 2.2 HDI [5MT]
TEC Travelbird 340 | |
Actual Weights
- TEC Travelbird 340: 900 kg.
- Citroen C5 2.2 HDI [5MT]: 1785 kg.
- Noseweight: 60 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 50%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 234 points).
- Speeds of 74 mph (120 km/h) to 80 mph (129 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is more than enough power at low engine speeds (score to compare 219 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 16.6 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 280 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 20%.
- On motorway inclines higher revs (2500 rpm) are needed.
- A speed of 66 mph (107 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Citroen is more than 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 50%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 57%.
- The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
- Recommended noseweight is 60 kg.
- Stability and safety score to compare is 273 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 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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