Volvo V60 2018 vs BMW 5 series 2020
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 190 HP | 190 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds | |
| Volvo V60 and BMW 5 series have the same engine power, the torque is the same for both cars. Volvo V60 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.3 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.5 | 4.7 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.6 l/100km | 6.2 l/100km | |
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The BMW 5 series is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Volvo V60 consumes 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series, which means that by driving the Volvo V60 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 30 litres of fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Volvo V60 consumes 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 66 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1220 km in combined cycle | 1400 km in combined cycle | |
| 830 km with real consumption | 1060 km with real consumption | ||
| BMW 5 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 128 mm (5 inches) | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 5 series 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. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 380'000 km | 330'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Volvo V60 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 12 years | 9 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 10 other car models, including Volvo S60, Volvo XC90, Volvo V40, Volvo XC60, Volvo XC40 | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including BMW X3, BMW 6 sērija, BMW X4 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Volvo V60 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The BMW 5 series engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Volvo V60 2018 2.0 engine: The Volvo D4204T14 is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder diesel from the VEA engine family, equipped with a twin-turbo setup and producing around 190 hp. It is a modern and efficient engine designed for good fuel economy and strong performance. When properly maintained, it can reach roughly ... More about Volvo V60 2018 2.0 engine BMW 5 sērija 2020 2.0 engine: A fairly reliable engine with a long service life. On the whole, the chains are more reliable than in the BMW N-series engines, but they also have a tendency to stretch under heavy use. The engine needs to be ... More about BMW 5 sērija 2020 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.76 m | 4.96 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.87 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.50 m | |
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Volvo V60 is smaller. Volvo V60 is 20 cm shorter than the BMW 5 series, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Volvo V60 is 7 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 529 litres | 560 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1364 litres | 1700 litres | |
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BMW 5 series has more luggage space. Volvo V60 has 31 litres less trunk space than the BMW 5 series. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW 5 series (by 336 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | 12.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volvo V60 is 1.1 metres less than that of the BMW 5 series, which means Volvo V60 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`260 kg | 2`530 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 23 800 | 31 400 | |
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