Volvo V90 2016 vs BMW 5 series 2016
| 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: | 8.5 seconds | 7.8 seconds | |
| Volvo V90 and BMW 5 series have the same engine power, the torque is the same for both cars. Volvo V90 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.7 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.5 | 4.3 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.3 l/100km | 6.7 l/100km | |
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The Volvo V90 is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Volvo V90 consumes 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volvo V90 could require 30 litres more fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Volvo V90 consumes 0.4 litres less 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 | 1530 km in combined cycle | |
| 1340 km on highway | 1650 km on highway | ||
| 870 km with real consumption | 980 km with real consumption | ||
| BMW 5 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Volvo V90) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (BMW 5 series) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 153 mm (6 inches) | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volvo V90 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. Note, however, that this Volvo V90 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from six 4x4 versions of Volvo V90 2016 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
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 V90 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 10 years | 10 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Volvo V40, Volvo XC60, Volvo V60, Volvo V40 Cross Country, Volvo S90 | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including BMW 3 sērija, BMW 1 sērija, BMW X3, BMW 2 sērija | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Volvo V90 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. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.94 m | 4.94 m | |
| Width: | 1.89 m | 1.87 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.50 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Volvo V90 and BMW 5 series are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 560 litres | 570 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1526 litres | 1700 litres | |
| Volvo V90 has 10 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 174 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 12.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volvo V90 is 0.7 metres less than that of the BMW 5 series, which means Volvo V90 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`310 | 2`390 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Volvo V90 scores higher in safety tests, but BMW 5 series is better rated in child safety tests. The Volvo V90 scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | low | |
| Average price (€): | 23 400 | 28 200 | |
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