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Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0 Tdi 16v
Fendt Diamant 510 TF

Fendt
Performance
Weight

The maximum train weight is exceeded by 68 kg!


The Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0 Tdi 16v with a Fendt Diamant 510 TF with an actual weight of 1618 kg is a match just suitable for most journeys but also with some limitations.

The motor preformance of the Suzuki is in general sufficient. But the weight of the Fendt with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is (too) heavy. Move the luggage from the caravan to the car and drive not too fast and carefully. 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
160
171

Mountains
Risk of snaking
110
91

Weight ratio: 91% (102% of kerbweight) 1618 kg 1780 kg

Payloads

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Suzuki

Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0 Tdi 16v
Fendt Diamant 510 TF

Fendt

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The maximum train weight is exceeded by 68 kg (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 91%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 102%.
  • The risk of snaking at higher speeds, strong side winds and thoughtless driving is great. Even if the combination normally feels stable, the forces by deflection side to side are so great that it could be dangerous. Only if the driver has a lot of knowledge and experience in driving a caravan it should be safe to drive slowly. Proper and careful loading is essential! An electronic stability system in the car and / or on the caravan is definitely recommended.
  • Recommended noseweight is 80 - 90 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 91 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 sufficient.
  • Proper and careful loading is essential!
  • It's a fairly good match, only for experienced (caravan) drivers and with some limitations.

 

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

Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0 Tdi 16v
2003-2005

Power
109 PS (80 kW)
Torque
270 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Fendt Diamant 510 TF

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


User Reviews

Rob McBride reviewed a Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0 Tdi 16v:

"I have been using this combo since 2005. We have travelled the length and breadth of the UK, never had any problems"

See more Suzuki Grand Vitara reviews.

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