Ford Fiesta 1.6 TDCi Freedom Microlite Discovery LE
Performance
Weight
The Ford Fiesta 1.6 TDCi with a Freedom Microlite Discovery LE with an actual weight of 750 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Ford is in general fairly good. And also the weight of the Freedom with a User Payload (150 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
203
208
Mountains
Risk of snaking
214
257
Weight ratio: 57% (68% of kerbweight)
750 kg
1325 kg
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Ford Fiesta 1.6 TDCi Freedom Microlite Discovery LE
Actual Weights
Freedom Microlite Discovery LE: 750 kg.
Ford Fiesta 1.6 TDCi: 1325 kg.
Noseweight: 50 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 57%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 203 points).
Speeds of 70 mph (113 km/h) to 76 mph (123 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is more than enough power at low engine speeds (score to compare 208 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 21.8 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally good (score to compare 214 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 15%, but do require some experience from the driver.
On motorway inclines higher revs (3000 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 60 mph (97 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Ford is 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 68%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 50 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 257 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.