The Volvo XC90 2.4D aut. with a SunRoller Tango 495 luxe with an actual weight of 1448 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Volvo is in general fairly good. And also the weight of the SunRoller 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
217
205
Mountains
Risk of snaking
235
214
Weight ratio: 61% (66% of kerbweight)
1448 kg
2385 kg
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Volvo XC90 2.4D aut. SunRoller Tango 495 luxe
Actual Weights
SunRoller Tango 495 luxe: 1448 kg.
Volvo XC90 2.4D aut.: 2385 kg.
Noseweight: 80 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 61%.
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 205 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 21.3 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally good (score to compare 235 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 (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 Volvo 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 61%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 66%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 80 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.