 | Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI [DSG]
Sprite Alpine 4 |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI [DSG] with a Sprite Alpine 4 with an actual weight of 1237 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Volkswagen is in general fairly good. And also the weight of the Sprite with a User Payload (190 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
225
235
Mountains
Risk of snaking
263
157
Weight ratio: 77% (87% of kerbweight)
1237 kg
1616 kg
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| Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI [DSG]
Sprite Alpine 4 | |
Actual Weights
- Sprite Alpine 4: 1237 kg.
- Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI [DSG]: 1616 kg.
- Noseweight: 70 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 77%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 225 points).
- Speeds of 73 mph (118 km/h) to 79 mph (127 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is more than enough power at low engine speeds (score to compare 235 points).
- Higher revs (1600 rpm) are usually not necessary on flat roads, under most circumstances.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 18.1 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 263 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 19%.
- On motorway inclines higher revs (2500 rpm) are needed.
- A speed of 64 mph (104 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Volkswagen is 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 77%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 87%.
- 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 70 kg.
- Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
- Stability and safety score to compare is 157 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.
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