Diesel (BMW 5 series) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Volvo S80) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences."
Performance
Power:
197 HP
285 HP
Torque:
400 NM
400 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
7.8 seconds
6.9 seconds
Volvo S80 is a more dynamic driving. BMW 5 series engine produces 88 HP less power than Volvo S80, the torque is the same for both cars. Due to the lower power, BMW 5 series reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
6.9
11.3
The BMW 5 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW 5 series consumes 4.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo S80, which means that by driving the BMW 5 series over 15,000 km in a year you can save 660 litres of fuel.
BMW 5 series is smaller. BMW 5 series is 1 cm shorter than the Volvo S80, 5 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 5 series is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
520 litres
480 litres
BMW 5 series has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, BMW 5 series has 40 litres more trunk space than the Volvo S80. The Volvo S80 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers.
