 | Peugeot 307 SW 1.6 HDI
Swift Challenger SE 530 |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The towing limit is exceeded by 174 kg!
It is not allowed to drive with this Swift.
Make sure the towing limit is correct.
We now give advice based on the assumption that the legal maximum towing weight is higher for your car and that the car should be allowed to tow this caravan!
The Peugeot 307 SW 1.6 HDI with a Swift Challenger SE 530 with an actual weight of 1474 kg is in general a good match and suitable for journeys on most kinds of roads, sometimes with some limitations in the mountains.
The motor preformance of the Peugeot is in general more than sufficient. But the weight of the Swift with a User Payload (150 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is quite heavy. Proper and careful loading is essential and don't drive too fast. Remember to load your caravan correctly, insuring that the noseweight of the caravan is sufficient and the weight is distributed properly!
Flat roads
Towing Performance
179
141
Mountains
Risk of snaking
162
114
Weight ratio: 86% (98% of kerbweight)
1474 kg
1708 kg
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| Peugeot 307 SW 1.6 HDI
Swift Challenger SE 530 | |
Actual Weights
- Swift Challenger SE 530: 1474 kg.
- Peugeot 307 SW 1.6 HDI: 1708 kg.
- Noseweight: 80 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 86%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 179 points).
- Speeds of 67 mph (108 km/h) to 73 mph (118 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is only moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 141 points).
- Slightly higher revs (2000 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 26.6 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 162 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 12%, 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 is exceeded by 174 kg (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 86%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 98%.
- The risk of snaking at higher speeds, strong side winds and thoughtless driving exist. Even if the combination normally feels stable, the forces by deflection side to side are so great that it could be dangerous. Only if the driver has knowledge of and experience in driving a caravan it should be safe to drive. Proper and careful loading is essential! An electronic stability system in the car and / or on the caravan is recommended.
- Recommended noseweight is 75 - 80 kg.
- Towball limit is 60 kg (Check this on the type plate of your towbar!)
- Safe speed up to 56 mph (90 km/h).
- Stability and safety score to compare is 114 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.
- Proper and careful loading is still important!
- It's a good match, sometimes with some limitations in the mountains.
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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