 | Suzuki Grand Vitara XL7 2.0 Tdi 16v
Bailey Unicorn Barcelona |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The Suzuki Grand Vitara XL7 2.0 Tdi 16v with a Bailey Unicorn Barcelona with an actual weight of 1686 kg is a match suitable for most journeys, sometimes with some limitations.
The motor preformance of the Suzuki is in general just sufficient. But the weight of the Bailey with a User Payload (160 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is quite heavy, but no problem if the caravan is well loaded and the driving speed is not too fast.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
151
159
Mountains
Risk of snaking
87
136
Weight ratio: 83% (92% of kerbweight)
1686 kg
2025 kg
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| Suzuki Grand Vitara XL7 2.0 Tdi 16v
Bailey Unicorn Barcelona | |
Actual Weights
- Bailey Unicorn Barcelona: 1686 kg.
- Suzuki Grand Vitara XL7 2.0 Tdi 16v: 2025 kg.
- Noseweight: 90 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 83%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 151 points).
- Speeds of 64 mph (104 km/h) to 73 mph (118 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is sufficient power at low engine speeds (score to compare 159 points).
- Slightly higher revs (1900 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 33.7 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally (very) moderate (score to compare 87 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads but the performance is not that great. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 10%, but do require some experience from the driver.
- On motorway inclines the speed drops despite high revs.
- A speed of 47 mph (75 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Suzuki is 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 83%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 92%.
- There is a small chance of snaking at higher speeds, strong side winds and thoughtless driving. Even if the combination normally feels stable, the forces by deflection side to side are great at high speed. For drivers with knowledge of, and experience in driving a caravan it is safe to drive, but proper and careful loading is still important! An electronic stability system in the car and / or on the caravan is worth considering.
- Recommended noseweight is 85 - 90 kg.
- Towball limit is 75 kg (Check this on the type plate of your towbar!)
- Safe speed up to 56 mph (90 km/h).
- Stability and safety score to compare is 136 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 just sufficient.
- If the caravan is well loaded safe driving is possible.
- It's a good match, sometimes with some limitations.
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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