BMW 6 series 2018 vs Volvo S90 2015
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 190 HP | 235 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 480 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds | |
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Volvo S90 is a more dynamic driving. BMW 6 series engine produces 45 HP less power than Volvo S90, whereas torque is 80 NM less than Volvo S90. Due to the lower power, BMW 6 series reaches 100 km/h speed 0.6 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 5.1 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 60 litres | |
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 138 mm (5.4 inches) | 152 mm (6 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volvo S90 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 330'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 7 years | 8 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW X3, BMW X4 | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Volvo XC90, Volvo XC60, Volvo V90, Volvo V90 Cross Country | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Volvo S90 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The BMW 6 series engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.09 m | 4.96 m | |
| Width: | 1.90 m | 1.89 m | |
| Height: | 1.54 m | 1.44 m | |
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BMW 6 series is larger. BMW 6 series is 13 cm longer than the Volvo S90, 1 cm wider, while the height of BMW 6 series is 10 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 610 litres | 500 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1800 litres | no data | |
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BMW 6 series has more luggage capacity. BMW 6 series has 110 litres more trunk space than the Volvo S90. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12.5 meters | 250 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 6 series is 237.5 metres less than that of the Volvo S90, which means BMW 6 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`440 | no data | |
| Safety: | |||
| Volvo S90 scores higher in safety tests, butBMW 6 series is better rated in child safety tests. The Volvo S90 scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 39 600 | 25 200 | |
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