 | Chrysler Grand Voyager 2.8 CRD
Dethleffs Camper DL 520 |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The Chrysler Grand Voyager 2.8 CRD with a Dethleffs Camper DL 520 with an actual weight of 1500 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Chrysler is in general fairly good. And also the weight of the Dethleffs with a User Payload (180 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
216
239
Mountains
Risk of snaking
225
198
Weight ratio: 64% (69% of kerbweight)
1500 kg
2360 kg
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| Chrysler Grand Voyager 2.8 CRD
Dethleffs Camper DL 520 | |
Actual Weights
- Dethleffs Camper DL 520: 1500 kg.
- Chrysler Grand Voyager 2.8 CRD: 2360 kg.
- Noseweight: 80 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 64%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 216 points).
- Speeds of 74 mph (119 km/h) to 79 mph (128 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is more than enough power at low engine speeds (score to compare 239 points).
- Higher revs (1600 rpm) are usually not necessary on flat roads, under most circumstances.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 22.5 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally good (score to compare 225 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 16%.
- On motorway inclines higher revs (3000 rpm) are needed.
- A speed of 61 mph (99 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Chrysler is 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 64%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 69%.
- The chance of snaking is relatively small at normal speed, if the caravan is well loaded.
- Recommended noseweight is 80 kg.
- Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
- Stability and safety score to compare is 198 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.
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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