 | Volkswagen T5 Multivan 2.5 TDI
LMC Favorit 720 RBK |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The Volkswagen T5 Multivan 2.5 TDI with a LMC Favorit 720 RBK with an actual weight of 1855 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Volkswagen is in general fairly good. And also the weight of the LMC 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
229
255
Mountains
Risk of snaking
238
177
Weight ratio: 72% (78% of kerbweight)
1855 kg
2574 kg
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| Volkswagen T5 Multivan 2.5 TDI
LMC Favorit 720 RBK | |
Actual Weights
- LMC Favorit 720 RBK: 1855 kg.
- Volkswagen T5 Multivan 2.5 TDI: 2574 kg.
- Noseweight: 100 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 72%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 229 points).
- Speeds of 77 mph (124 km/h) to 82 mph (133 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is a lot of power at low engine speeds (score to compare 255 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 22.4 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally good (score to compare 238 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 15%, but do require some experience from the driver.
- On motorway inclines higher revs (2700 rpm) are needed.
- A speed of 63 mph (102 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Volkswagen 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 driving license.
- Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 72%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 78%.
- The chance of snaking is relatively small at normal speed, if the caravan is well loaded.
- Recommended noseweight is 100 kg.
- Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
- Stability and safety score to compare is 177 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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