 | Chevrolet Captiva 2.0 VCD
Sterling Europa 470 |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The Chevrolet Captiva 2.0 VCD with a Sterling Europa 470 with an actual weight of 1330 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Chevrolet is in general fairly good. And also the weight of the Sterling with a User Payload (163 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
215
191
Mountains
Risk of snaking
220
201
Weight ratio: 65% (73% of kerbweight)
1330 kg
2045 kg
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| Chevrolet Captiva 2.0 VCD
Sterling Europa 470 | |
Actual Weights
- Sterling Europa 470: 1330 kg.
- Chevrolet Captiva 2.0 VCD: 2045 kg.
- Noseweight: 75 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 65%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 215 points).
- Speeds of 73 mph (118 km/h) to 79 mph (127 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is sufficient power at low engine speeds (score to compare 191 points).
- Slightly higher revs (1800 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 22.2 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally good (score to compare 220 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 14%, but do require some experience from the driver.
- On motorway inclines higher revs (3300 rpm) are needed.
- A speed of 61 mph (99 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Chevrolet 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.
- Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 65%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 73%.
- The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
- Recommended noseweight is 75 kg.
- Stability and safety score to compare is 201 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 fairly 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.
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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