The Peugeot 607 2.0 HDiF with a Avondale Argente 480-2 with an actual weight of 1300 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Peugeot is in general good. And also the weight of the Avondale with a User Payload (190 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
235
232
Mountains
Risk of snaking
265
186
Weight ratio: 69% (77% of kerbweight)
1300 kg
1890 kg
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Peugeot 607 2.0 HDiF Avondale Argente 480-2
Actual Weights
Avondale Argente 480-2: 1300 kg.
Peugeot 607 2.0 HDiF: 1890 kg.
Noseweight: 75 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 69%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 235 points).
Speeds of 76 mph (123 km/h) to 82 mph (132 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is more than enough power at low engine speeds (score to compare 232 points).
Slightly higher revs (1700 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 18.9 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 265 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 17%.
On motorway inclines higher revs (2700 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 66 mph (106 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Peugeot 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 69%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 77%.
The chance of snaking is relatively small at normal speed, if the caravan is well loaded.
Recommended noseweight is 75 kg.
Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
Stability and safety score to compare is 186 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 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.