Volvo 940 engine produces 5 HP less power than BMW 5 series, but torque is 42 NM more than BMW 5 series.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
no data
9.8
Fuel tank capacity:
60 litres
80 litres
490 km with real consumption
740 km with real consumption
Dimensions
Length:
4.87 m
4.72 m
Width:
1.75 m
1.75 m
Height:
1.41 m
1.41 m
Volvo 940 is 15 cm longer than the BMW 5 series, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity:
470 litres
460 litres
Volvo 940 has 10 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.