BMW 5 series 2014 vs Volvo V70 2013
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 HP | 163 HP | |
| Torque: | 360 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds | |
| BMW 5 series engine produces 13 HP less power than Volvo V70, whereas torque is 40 NM less than Volvo V70. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 4.5 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 70 litres | |
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Volvo V70) 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: | 141 mm (5.6 inches) | 151 mm (5.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volvo V70 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 V70 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from two 4x4 versions of Volvo V70 2013 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
| BMW 5 sērija 2014 2.0 engine: Pretty reliable engine with great durability. Overall, the chains are more reliable than on BMW N-series engines. However, they do tend to stretch under heavy use. The engine needs good quality fuel, ... More about BMW 5 sērija 2014 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.91 m | 4.81 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.55 m | |
| BMW 5 series is 9 cm longer than the Volvo V70, width is practically the same , while the height of BMW 5 series is 9 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 560 litres | 575 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1670 litres | 1580 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, BMW 5 series has 15 litres less trunk space than the Volvo V70. This could mean that the BMW 5 series uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW 5 series (by 90 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | 11.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 5 series is 0.8 metres more than that of the Volvo V70, which means BMW 5 series can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`370 | 2`300 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | low | above average | |
| Volvo V70 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 5 series has serious deffects in 90 percent more cases than Volvo V70, so Volvo V70 quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 15 200 | 8600 | |
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