Volvo S90 2018 vs BMW 5 series 2017
| Body: | Sedan | Estate car / wagon | |
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| The wagon generally has more cargo space due to a larger trunk door opening, a roof that extends as far back as possible, and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into cargo space. Sedans tend to be quieter than wagons due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Hybrid | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Hybrid engines (Volvo S90) offer better fuel economy and lower emissions than petrol engines, especially in city driving with frequent stops. Petrol (BMW 5 series) engines, however, are typically less expensive to buy and maintain, and offer more consistent performance on highways. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 303 HP | 252 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 350 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.1 seconds | 6.3 seconds | |
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Volvo S90 is more dynamic to drive. Volvo S90 engine produces 51 HP more power than BMW 5 series, whereas torque is 50 NM more than BMW 5 series. Thanks to more power Volvo S90 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 2.2 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 68 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 152 mm (6 inches) | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volvo S90 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
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Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.96 m | 4.94 m | |
| Width: | 1.88 m | 1.87 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.50 m | |
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Volvo S90 is larger, but lower. Volvo S90 is 2 cm longer than the BMW 5 series, 1 cm wider, while the height of Volvo S90 is 6 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | 570 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1700 litres | |
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BMW 5 series has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Volvo S90 has 70 litres less trunk space than the BMW 5 series. This could mean that the Volvo S90 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12.1 meters | 12.1 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`590 | 2`440 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Volvo S90 scores higher in safety tests, but BMW 5 series is better rated in child safety tests. The Volvo S90 scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | low | |
| Average price (€): | 21 400 | 25 800 | |
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