Mercedes S class engine produces 28 HP more power than Volvo 940, whereas torque is 70 NM more than Volvo 940. Despite the higher power, Mercedes S class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.4 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
9.7
7.9
The Volvo 940 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes S class consumes 1.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo 940, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes S class could require 270 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
100 litres
75 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
1030 km in combined cycle
940 km in combined cycle
Mercedes S class gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Dimensions
Length:
5.11 m
4.87 m
Width:
1.89 m
1.75 m
Height:
1.49 m
1.41 m
Mercedes S class is larger. Mercedes S class is 24 cm longer than the Volvo 940, 14 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes S class is 8 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
no data
470 litres
Turning diameter:
12.1 meters
9.9 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes S class is 2.2 metres more than that of the Volvo 940, which means Mercedes S class can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
