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Opel Vectra 2.2 DGi
Fleetwood Sonata Rhapsody

Fleetwood
Performance
Weight

The Opel Vectra 2.2 DGi with a Fleetwood Sonata Rhapsody with an actual weight of 1375 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 more than sufficient. And also the weight of the Fleetwood with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is not too heavy, if the caravan is well loaded.

Flat roads
Towing Performance
214
139

Mountains
Risk of snaking
229
146

Weight ratio: 78% (88% of kerbweight) 1375 kg 1755 kg

Payloads

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Opel

Opel Vectra 2.2 DGi
Fleetwood Sonata Rhapsody

Fleetwood

Actual Weights

Performance

 

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 78%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 88%.
  • There is a small chance of snaking at higher speeds, strong side winds and thoughtless driving. Even if the combination normally feels stable, the forces by deflection side to side are great at high speed. For drivers with knowledge of, and experience in driving a caravan it is safe to drive, but proper and careful loading is still important! An electronic stability system in the car and / or on the caravan is worth considering.
  • Recommended noseweight is 75 kg.
  • Safe speed up to 56 mph (90 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 146 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 more than sufficient.
  • If the caravan is well loaded 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.

More information

More detailed information and specifically calculated top speeds and performance of this outfit.


Specifications

Opel Vectra 2.2 DGi
2004-2005

Power
155 PS (114 kW)
Torque
220 Nm @ 3800 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Fleetwood Sonata Rhapsody

Mass in Running Order (MIRO)
kg
Maximum Technically Permissible Laden Mass (MTPLM)
kg


User Reviews

mr l dunn reviewed a Opel Vectra 2.2 DGi:

"hi i find my vectra perfect for towing my fleetwood sonata
1400kg i also carry a generator food and 2small dogs
plus me and my wife in my car (estate) 2.2dti i average
27mpg diesel i do about 10 rallies a year now we are retired and belong to the retired caravanners club"

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