Volvo 960 engine produces 21 HP more power than Mercedes E class, whereas torque is 67 NM more than Mercedes E class.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
8.5
7.7
The Mercedes E class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Volvo 960 consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volvo 960 could require 120 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
80 litres
72 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
940 km in combined cycle
930 km in combined cycle
Dimensions
Length:
4.85 m
4.76 m
Width:
1.75 m
1.74 m
Height:
1.44 m
1.49 m
Volvo 960 is larger, but lower. Volvo 960 is 9 cm longer than the Mercedes E class, 1 cm wider, while the height of Volvo 960 is 5 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
992 litres
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Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
2125 litres
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Turning diameter:
9.9 meters
11.2 meters
The turning circle of the Volvo 960 is 1.3 metres less than that of the Mercedes E class, which means Volvo 960 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
