The Rover 75 2.0 CDT with a Bailey Discovery 100 with an actual weight of 1093 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Rover is in general more than sufficient. And also the weight of the Bailey with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
203
149
Mountains
Risk of snaking
213
223
Weight ratio: 61% (69% of kerbweight)
1093 kg
1785 kg
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Rover 75 2.0 CDT Bailey Discovery 100
Actual Weights
Bailey Discovery 100: 1093 kg.
Rover 75 2.0 CDT: 1785 kg.
Noseweight: 65 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 61%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 203 points).
Speeds of 69 mph (112 km/h) to 76 mph (122 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is only moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 149 points).
Slightly higher revs (2000 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 21 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally good (score to compare 213 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 (3400 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 60 mph (97 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Rover is more than 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 61%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 69%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 65 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 223 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 more than sufficient.
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.