The Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.5 V6 with a Elddis Crusader Storm with an actual weight of 1830 kg is not a recommended match to drive.
The motor preformance of the Suzuki is in general more than sufficient. But the weight of the Elddis with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is too heavy for long distances. Remember to load your caravan correctly, insuring that the noseweight of the caravan is sufficient and the weight is distributed properly. But even so, a starting caravan driver is better off choosing a smaller and less heavy caravan!
Flat roads
Towing Performance
203
164
Mountains
Risk of snaking
178
18
Weight ratio: 109% (124% of kerbweight)
1830 kg
1680 kg
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Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.5 V6 Elddis Crusader Storm
Actual Weights
Elddis Crusader Storm: 1830 kg.
Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.5 V6: 1680 kg.
Noseweight: 100 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 109%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 203 points).
Speeds of 71 mph (115 km/h) to 79 mph (128 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is sufficient power at low engine speeds (score to compare 164 points).
Slightly higher revs (2400 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 23.7 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 178 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 11%, but do require some experience from the driver.
On motorway inclines higher revs (4700 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 58 mph (93 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 109%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 124%.
The risk of snaking at higher speeds, strong side winds and thoughtless driving is great. It is not recommended to drive with this outfit for long distances!
Recommended noseweight is 90 - 100 kg.
Towball limit is 75 kg (Check this on the type plate of your towbar!)
Safe speed up to 50 mph (80 km/h).
Stability and safety score to compare is 18 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.
Proper and careful loading is essential!
It's not a recomanded match. Only if you are an experienced (caravan) driver it is posible to drive carfully.
Influence of User Payload on stability
Weight distribution and noseweight are vital in obtaining a stable caravan.