The Rover 45 2.0 TD with a Lunar Ariva with an actual weight of 970 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 Lunar with a User Payload (113 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
195
154
Mountains
Risk of snaking
204
237
Weight ratio: 60% (69% of kerbweight)
970 kg
1605 kg
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Rover 45 2.0 TD Lunar Ariva
Actual Weights
Lunar Ariva: 970 kg.
Rover 45 2.0 TD: 1605 kg.
Noseweight: 65 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 60%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 195 points).
Speeds of 68 mph (110 km/h) to 74 mph (120 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is sufficient power at low engine speeds (score to compare 154 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 22.2 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally good (score to compare 204 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 the speed drops despite high revs.
A speed of 59 mph (95 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Rover is sufficient (check this in your vehicle documents).
The car is too heavily loaded.
Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 60%. 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 237 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.