 | Mitsubishi Pajero 2.5 TD
Compass Omega 432 |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The Mitsubishi Pajero 2.5 TD with a Compass Omega 432 with an actual weight of 1278 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 Mitsubishi is in general more than sufficient. And also the weight of the Compass with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
178
158
Mountains
Risk of snaking
147
218
Weight ratio: 61% (68% of kerbweight)
1278 kg
2080 kg
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| Mitsubishi Pajero 2.5 TD
Compass Omega 432 | |
Actual Weights
- Compass Omega 432: 1278 kg.
- Mitsubishi Pajero 2.5 TD: 2080 kg.
- Noseweight: 75 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 61%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 178 points).
- Speeds of 69 mph (111 km/h) to 75 mph (121 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is sufficient power at low engine speeds (score to compare 158 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 30 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally sufficient (score to compare 147 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 53 mph (86 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Mitsubishi 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 61%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 68%.
- The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
- Recommended noseweight is 75 kg.
- Stability and safety score to compare is 218 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 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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