Volvo 940 is more dynamic to drive. Volvo 940 engine produces 4 HP less power than Mercedes E class, but torque is 9 NM more than Mercedes E class. Despite less power, Volvo 940 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
7.9
7.5
The Mercedes E class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Volvo 940 consumes 0.4 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 940 could require 60 litres more fuel.
Volvo 940 is larger, but slightly lower. Volvo 940 is 13 cm longer than the Mercedes E class, 1 cm wider, while the height of Volvo 940 is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
470 litres
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Turning diameter:
9.9 meters
11.2 meters
The turning circle of the Volvo 940 is 1.3 metres less than that of the Mercedes E class, which means Volvo 940 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight:
1`945 kg
2`030 kg
Net weight:
1`458 kg
1`440 kg
Load capacity:
487 kg
590 kg
Volvo 940 load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 21 procentiem less than Mercedes E class. Therefore, Mercedes E class is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
Volvo 940 has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Mercedes E class, so Volvo 940 quality could be a bit better.
