 | Renault Grand Scenic 2.0 16v aut. [5-seats]
Bailey Ranger 460/2 |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The Renault Grand Scenic 2.0 16v aut. [5-seats] with a Bailey Ranger 460/2 with an actual weight of 1141 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Renault is in general more than sufficient. And also the weight of the Bailey 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
208
142
Mountains
Risk of snaking
216
216
Weight ratio: 63% (71% of kerbweight)
1141 kg
1800 kg
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| Renault Grand Scenic 2.0 16v aut. [5-seats]
Bailey Ranger 460/2 | |
Actual Weights
- Bailey Ranger 460/2: 1141 kg.
- Renault Grand Scenic 2.0 16v aut. [5-seats]: 1800 kg.
- Noseweight: 70 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 63%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 208 points).
- Speeds of 71 mph (115 km/h) to 77 mph (124 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is only moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 142 points).
- Slightly higher revs (2500 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 22 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally good (score to compare 216 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 15%.
- On motorway inclines higher revs (4200 rpm) are needed.
- A speed of 61 mph (98 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Renault is sufficient (check this in your vehicle documents).
- If you passed your driving test after 1 January 1997, a B driving license is enough.
- The caravan is too heavily loaded.
- Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 63%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 71%.
- The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
- Recommended noseweight is 70 kg.
- Stability and safety score to compare is 216 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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