Volvo V90 2016 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: | 8.5 seconds | 7.6 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 0.9 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.5 | 4.7 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.3 l/100km | 6.2 l/100km | |
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By specification Volvo V90 consumes 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series, which means that by driving the Volvo V90 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 V90 consumes 0.1 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 | |
| 1340 km on highway | 1530 km on highway | ||
| 870 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: | 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: | 12 years | 9 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 10 other car models, including Volvo S60, Volvo XC90, Volvo V40, Volvo XC60, Volvo V60, 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 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. | |||
| Volvo V90 2016 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 V90 2016 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: | 4.94 m | 4.96 m | |
| Width: | 1.89 m | 1.87 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.50 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Volvo V90 is 3 cm shorter than the BMW 5 series, 2 cm wider, while the height of Volvo V90 is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 560 litres | 560 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1526 litres | 1700 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 12.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volvo V90 is 1 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: | 2`310 kg | 2`530 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`906 kg | 1`840 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 404 kg | 690 kg | |
| Volvo V90 load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 71 procentiem less than BMW 5 series. Therefore, BMW 5 series is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 17 400 | 32 400 | |
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