{"id":7627,"date":"2021-12-09T16:01:00","date_gmt":"2021-12-09T16:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/familytravelfever.com\/?p=7627"},"modified":"2023-01-23T05:26:53","modified_gmt":"2023-01-23T05:26:53","slug":"should-you-rent-an-rv-or-a-trailer-how-to-decide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/familytravelfever.com\/should-you-rent-an-rv-or-a-trailer-how-to-decide\/","title":{"rendered":"Should you Rent an RV or a Trailer? (How to Decide?)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
NOTE*** The content on this page may contain affiliate links, we may make a commission. And, as an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.<\/em>\u00a0\u00a0More information: disclosure page<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Are you planning your next trip using a recreational vehicle but you are not sure if you should rent an RV or a trailer? Although both serve the same purpose, which is to become your mobile home in a campground, they offer different benefits that will suit depending on your needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you already have a towing vehicle, it is recommended that you just rent a trailer then use your car to tow it. Otherwise, rent an RV as it’s just like a car with a home in it. However, deciding which of the two you should rent still depends on what kind of RVer are you, who you’re going to travel with, and your destination. <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n With that being said, I’m going to help you have a better understanding of what is the difference between an RV and a trailer. It will also help you know which one would be perfect for your next trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You may also want to check out these blogs that would give you more information about renting an RV:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The motorhome is a drivable Recreational Vehicle that has 3 types: class A, B, and C. The trailer on the other hand is a towable RV. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Furthermore, most motorhomes are about 25 to 45 feet in size depending on their class, and can fit 4 to 12 adults. While trailers have an average size of 10 to 40 feet and can accommodate 2 to 12 adults depending on which type of trailer it is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you’re planning to rent an RV, knowing its different types is going to be beneficial for you. Most peer-to-peer platforms such as Outdoorsy<\/a>, RVezy<\/a>, and RVShare <\/a>have this “filter option” that will help you have a better choice based on many factors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n So, let’s discuss the different types of RVs and see which one is the best suit for your and your style of traveling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Class A motorhome is usually 26 to 45 feet in size. It can accommodate 4 or more with a bunk bed option. It is also built with the same framing and construction as commercial trucks and buses. It is one of the largest vehicles that you can see on the road. It comes with a chassis that is designed specifically for motorhomes and it is powered by a gasoline or diesel engine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Diesel engine motorhomes are commonly referred to as \u201cpushers\u201d because the engine is placed in the rear and pushes the coach down the road. It also gives the ability for adult passengers to access conveniences like the bathroom and refrigerator while the motorhome is moving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nearly unlimited luxuries, many with home-like features such as clothes washer and dryer, two bathrooms, induction cooktop, and residential refrigerator. In general, it is one of the best in class exterior storage with large pass-thru compartments that can accommodate larger items like grills, coolers, and patio furniture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Often called Campervans, Class B motorhomes are about 21 to 24 feet in size and can accommodate 2 people. It is built using automotive vans or panel trucks. Due to their smaller size, they can conveniently double as your daily driver. It also utilizes every square inch of interior space to pack as much as possible into a compact area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Furthermore, it is an ideal option if you\u2019re planning to go on a trip with narrow roads and congested streets. It is very simple to maneuver, park, and turn around and often fits in your garage for secure storage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Lastly, it is equipped with a hitch to tow a trailer or \u201cdingy\u201d but with less capacity than an A or C Class motorhome<\/p>\n\n\n\n Class C motorhome offers outdoor experiences for larger families at a friendlier price point in comparison to Class A Motorhomes. It is 24 to 32 feet in size and can accommodate up to 11 depending on the floor plan<\/p>\n\n\n\n Recognizable by their raised sleeping or storage areas which extend over the cab of the RV. It also offers more living space than Class B Motorhomes but is smaller in size and can offer better gas mileage than Class A Motorhomes. It can be full-size, compact, or super-sized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The most popular class C motorhome are those built on full-A sized cutaway van chassis like the Ford E350\/E450 and the Chevy Express. Growing in popularity are compact Cs, featuring a Ford Transit or Mercedes cutaway chassis. The Super-C is the biggest of this group and utilizes the Ford F550 or Freightliner chassis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A gasoline-engine powers most Class-Cs, although some, including those built on the Mercedes Chassis and Super-C type, are powered by a front-engine diesel. Frequently shorter in length and not as tall, making them more maneuverable for getting in and out of tight roads and parking lots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Just like class A and B motorhome, it also allows adult passengers to access amenities such as the bathroom and the refrigerator while the RV is moving. Most Class Cs have at least one slide-out to increase living and storage space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some models offer a toy hauler capability, making it easy to transport ATVs, bikes, or kayaks. Chassis and engine services are available at many automotive dealerships. Compared to Class A, Class Cs have a somewhat limited towing capacity for hauling cargo, trailer, or a \u201cdingy\u201d (the exception being the Super C, which has towing capacity rivaling many Class A motorhomes)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trailers are the most popular type of non-motorized RV. It comes in all sizes including tiny jelly bean-shaped models with a chuckwagon kitchen in the rear to the massive house-on-wheels with picture windows and a sliding glass patio door.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sometimes called a \u201cbumper-pull\u201d (when they first became popular in the early \u201850s, they were attached to the bumper of the tow car), the modern travel trailer employs a hitch secured to the frame of your tow vehicle along with specialized hardware to make towing safe and easy. It has multiple slide-outs to expand to create wide-open living spaces and it offers two or more bedrooms for privacy. Approximately, its size is about 13 to 40 feet to accommodate up to 10 people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The costs of renting a motorhome will depend on the RV owner or which RV rental company you’re going to rent. However, the average cost for renting a class A motorhome is about $175 to $275 per night, for class B, it’s about $100 to $200 per night, and class C is around $150 to $200 per night<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
What Is the Difference Between an RV, Motorhome and a Trailer?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What are the different types of RV<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Class A Motorhome<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
Class B Motorhome<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
Class C Motorhome<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
What is a Travel Trailer<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n
Models to fit virtually every budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCosts of Renting a<\/strong> Motorhome<\/h2>\n\n\n\n