 | Daihatsu Rocky 2.8 TD
Coachman Amara 530/4 |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The Daihatsu Rocky 2.8 TD with a Coachman Amara 530/4 with an actual weight of 1505 kg is a match suitable for most journeys, sometimes with some limitations.
The motor preformance of the Daihatsu is in general sufficient. And also the weight of the Coachman 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
164
163
Mountains
Risk of snaking
122
145
Weight ratio: 78% (87% of kerbweight)
1505 kg
1925 kg
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| Daihatsu Rocky 2.8 TD
Coachman Amara 530/4 | |
Actual Weights
- Coachman Amara 530/4: 1505 kg.
- Daihatsu Rocky 2.8 TD: 1925 kg.
- Noseweight: 85 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 78%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 164 points).
- Speeds of 67 mph (108 km/h) to 73 mph (118 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is sufficient power at low engine speeds (score to compare 163 points).
- Slightly higher revs (1900 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 32.5 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally sufficient (score to compare 122 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads but the performance is not that great. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 10%, but do require some experience from the driver.
- On motorway inclines the speed drops despite high revs.
- A speed of 51 mph (82 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Daihatsu 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.
- The caravan is too heavily loaded.
- 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 87%.
- 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 85 kg.
- Safe speed up to 56 mph (90 km/h).
- Stability and safety score to compare is 145 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.
- If the caravan is well loaded safe driving is possible.
- It's a good match, sometimes with some limitations.
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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