Volvo 940 engine produces 27 HP less power than BMW 5 series, but torque is 14 NM more than BMW 5 series.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
no data
11.2
Fuel tank capacity:
60 litres
80 litres
490 km with real consumption
730 km with real consumption
Dimensions
Length:
4.81 m
4.72 m
Width:
1.75 m
1.75 m
Height:
1.44 m
1.42 m
Volvo 940 is 9 cm longer than the BMW 5 series, width is practically the same , while the height of Volvo 940 is 2 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
992 litres
460 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
2125 litres
no data
Volvo 940 has more luggage capacity. Volvo 940 has 532 litres more trunk space than the BMW 5 series.
Turning diameter:
9.9 meters
11 meters
The turning circle of the Volvo 940 is 1.1 metres less than that of the BMW 5 series, which means Volvo 940 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Volvo 940 has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for BMW 5 series, so Volvo 940 quality could be a bit better.
