 | Honda Accord 2.0
Elddis Xplore 302 |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The Honda Accord 2.0 with a Elddis Xplore 302 with an actual weight of 930 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Honda is in general more than sufficient. And also the weight of the Elddis with a User Payload (132 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
222
114
Mountains
Risk of snaking
251
249
Weight ratio: 57% (65% of kerbweight)
930 kg
1624 kg
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| Honda Accord 2.0
Elddis Xplore 302 | |
Actual Weights
- Elddis Xplore 302: 930 kg.
- Honda Accord 2.0: 1624 kg.
- Noseweight: 60 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 57%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 222 points).
- Speeds of 72 mph (116 km/h) to 78 mph (125 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is only moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 114 points).
- Slightly higher revs (2700 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 17.4 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 251 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 (4000 rpm) are needed.
- A speed of 64 mph (104 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Honda is more than 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 57%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 65%.
- The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
- Recommended noseweight is 60 kg.
- Stability and safety score to compare is 249 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.
- 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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