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Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0 Tdi 16v
Lunar Delta 540-2

Lunar
Performance
Weight

The Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0 Tdi 16v with a Lunar Delta 540-2 with an actual weight of 1400 kg is in general a good match and suitable for journeys on most kinds of roads, sometimes with some limitations in the mountains.

The motor preformance of the Suzuki is in general sufficient. But the weight of the Lunar with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is quite heavy, but no problem if the caravan is well loaded and the driving speed is not too fast. Remember to load your caravan correctly, insuring that the noseweight of the caravan is sufficient and the weight is distributed properly!

Flat roads
Towing Performance
168
177

Mountains
Risk of snaking
128
142

Weight ratio: 79% (89% of kerbweight) 1400 kg 1780 kg

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Suzuki

Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0 Tdi 16v
Lunar Delta 540-2

Lunar

Actual Weights

Performance

 

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 79%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 89%.
  • The risk of snaking at higher speeds, strong side winds and thoughtless driving exist. 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 knowledge of and experience in driving a caravan it should be safe to drive. Proper and careful loading is essential! An electronic stability system in the car and / or on the caravan is recommended.
  • Recommended noseweight is 75 kg.
  • Safe speed up to 56 mph (90 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 142 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 still important!
  • It's a good match, sometimes with some limitations in the mountains.

 

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

Lunar Delta 540-2

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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