BMW 5 series 2017 vs Volvo V90 2016
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 231 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 500 NM | 320 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.8 seconds | 10.2 seconds | |
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BMW 5 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 5 series engine produces 81 HP more power than Volvo V90, whereas torque is 180 NM more than Volvo V90. Thanks to more power BMW 5 series reaches 100 km/h speed 3.4 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 4.5 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 55 litres | |
| 910 km with real consumption | 880 km with real consumption | ||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| 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: | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | 153 mm (6 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. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.94 m | 4.94 m | |
| Width: | 1.87 m | 1.89 m | |
| Height: | 1.50 m | 1.48 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. BMW 5 series and Volvo V90 are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 570 litres | 560 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1700 litres | 1526 litres | |
| BMW 5 series has 10 litres more trunk space than the Volvo V90. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW 5 series (by 174 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12.1 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 5 series is 0.7 metres more than that of the Volvo V90, which means BMW 5 series can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`425 | 2`270 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Volvo V90 scores higher in safety tests, butBMW 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: | low | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 25 800 | 22 200 | |
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