 | Peugeot 306 2.0 HDI
Delta Aero 3900 |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The Peugeot 306 2.0 HDI with a Delta Aero 3900 with an actual weight of 1000 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Peugeot is in general sufficient. And also the weight of the Delta with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
171
117
Mountains
Risk of snaking
168
191
Weight ratio: 71% (83% of kerbweight)
1000 kg
1410 kg
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| Peugeot 306 2.0 HDI
Delta Aero 3900 | |
Actual Weights
- Delta Aero 3900: 1000 kg.
- Peugeot 306 2.0 HDI: 1410 kg.
- Noseweight: 65 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 71%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 171 points).
- Speeds of 64 mph (103 km/h) to 70 mph (113 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is only moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 117 points).
- Slightly higher revs (2200 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 168 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 13%, but do require some experience from the driver.
- On motorway inclines the speed drops despite high revs.
- A speed of 55 mph (89 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Peugeot 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 71%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 83%.
- The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
- Recommended noseweight is 65 kg.
- Safe speed up to 60 mph (100 km/h).
- Stability and safety score to compare is 191 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 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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