Campervans

Campervans have been regarded as a Class B type of motorhomes. They are available in an array of sizes, designs, colors, floor plans, and amenities. It has built-in eating, sleeping as well as bathroom amenities at a reduced scale. However, prior to buying a campervan, it is essential to know what you are searching for, the amenities you want to comprise on as well as your budget.

Floor Plan

Campervans are armed with eating, bathroom, cooking, and sleeping amenities. Usually, beds are converted from dining benches or sofas, even if some bigger campervans come with rear fixed beds. Some also integrated with a penthouse. Some camper vans have separate toilets and showers, while others have a combination called a wet bath. Usually, the kitchen is a single countertop that has a small range and a sink. A refrigerator is also included. Some models have slide-outs to provide extra room for sofas or beds. 

Function and Structure 

Campervans are developed on a regular van chassis, oftentimes has small extensions. You can find 2WD or WD options. 

Fuel

Campervans come with a fuel tank of 25 to 35 gallons and provide the most excellent gas mileage as opposed to other types of motorhomes out there. 

Pros

Campervans offer many benefits such as 

  • It looks like you are driving a conventional car
  • Due to its small size, you can park it easily or keep in a home garage 
  • Easy to drive around for sightseeing 
  • Ideal for short trips 
  • Ideal for families with two to four members 

Cons

  • In spite of many perks, it also comes with small shortcomings like very expensive power consumption
  • Have less room compared to the trailer 

Camp Trailer 

Trailer is the cheapest and easiest to tow. Basically, this is a tent on a trailer and can accommodate two adults to the whole family with a big array of add on facilities and spaces. The basics you wish to know more about this is that tent features are limited. There is no indoor kitchen or bathroom, no heating, and air conditioning as well. 

If you are used to sleeping in a tent, then a trailer is the best choice. It will be more comfortable; you will be off the ground as well as can get some fixtures.  

Trailers range from a fundamental set up, which is installed like a tent, to a more flush pull out options, which fold out creating a hard floor. This is easy to tow, has low drag, and so make it gas-efficient than campervans. 

Pros 

  • Easy to tow and super lightweight 
  • Easy to manage off-road situations 
  • Provides authentic or real camping experience 

Cons 

  • Perhaps need to carry further gear, like chairs and portable table
  • More installation is needed than a campervan 

Conclusion 

These are two of the most popular options for campers. If you want to be closer to the outdoors and wish to stay the towed weight light, then the camper trailer is the best option. It offers different camping experience to campervans, however, lacks amenities. On the other hand, if you want to go camping that looks like you are bringing your home to a campsite, then campervans are a perfect choice. This is packed with the best amenities, thus giving you a comfortable and more memorable camping experience.