The Suzuki Grand Vitara 1.9 DDiS with a Sprite Alpine 2 with an actual weight of 1179 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Suzuki is in general more than sufficient. And also the weight of the Sprite with a User Payload (166 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
199
197
Mountains
Risk of snaking
187
219
Weight ratio: 62% (69% of kerbweight)
1179 kg
1905 kg
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Suzuki Grand Vitara 1.9 DDiS Sprite Alpine 2
Actual Weights
Sprite Alpine 2: 1179 kg.
Suzuki Grand Vitara 1.9 DDiS: 1905 kg.
Noseweight: 70 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 62%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 199 points).
Speeds of 70 mph (113 km/h) to 78 mph (125 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is sufficient power at low engine speeds (score to compare 197 points).
Slightly higher revs (1800 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 23.6 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 187 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 14%, but do require some experience from the driver.
On motorway inclines higher revs (3200 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 57 mph (92 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Suzuki 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 62%. 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 70 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 219 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.