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Opel Vectra 1.9 CDTi
Swift Challenger 520

Swift
Performance
Weight

The Opel Vectra 1.9 CDTi with a Swift Challenger 520 with an actual weight of 1391 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.

The motor preformance of the Opel is in general fairly good. And also the weight of the Swift with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is not too heavy, if the caravan is well loaded.

Flat roads
Towing Performance
223
187

Mountains
Risk of snaking
249
153

Weight ratio: 76% (86% of kerbweight) 1391 kg 1823 kg

Payloads

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Opel

Opel Vectra 1.9 CDTi
Swift Challenger 520

Swift

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit of the Opel 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 76%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 86%.
  • 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 75 kg.
  • Safe speed up to 56 mph (90 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 153 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.
  • If the caravan is well loaded 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.

Distribute the User Payload by yourself in the caravan and the car and then find out the stability rating of your loading configuration.

More information

More detailed information and specifically calculated top speeds and performance of this outfit.


Specifications

Opel Vectra 1.9 CDTi
2004-2009

Power
150 PS (110 kW)
Torque
315 Nm @ 2000 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Swift Challenger 520

Mass in Running Order (MIRO)
kg
Maximum Technically Permissible Laden Mass (MTPLM)
kg


User Reviews

Iona Mcauley reviewed a Opel Vectra 1.9 CDTi:

"I use my 56 plate Vectra 1.9cdti Sri 150 for towing 6 berth sterling Europa and can't fault it for power. Stability can feel a little wobbly but I think I loaded the car and caravan wrong the 1st few trips. Now I feel more confident and can comfortably drive in 6th gear on most journeys on flat roads. I love the power of these older cars "

See more Opel Vectra reviews.

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