BMW 5 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 5 series engine produces 34 HP more power than Volvo V70, whereas torque is 60 NM more than Volvo V70. Thanks to more power BMW 5 series reaches 100 km/h speed 2.6 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
6.6
7.4
Real fuel consumption:
7.7 l/100km
7.5 l/100km
By specification BMW 5 series consumes 0.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V70, which means that by driving the BMW 5 series over 15,000 km in a year you can save 120 litres of fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, BMW 5 series consumes 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V70.
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:
143 mm (5.6 inches)
143 mm (5.6 inches)
Dimensions
Length:
4.84 m
4.82 m
Width:
1.85 m
1.86 m
Height:
1.49 m
1.54 m
BMW 5 series is 2 cm longer than the Volvo V70, 1 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 5 series is 5 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
500 litres
575 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1650 litres
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Volvo V70 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, BMW 5 series has 75 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.
Turning diameter:
11 meters
11.7 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 5 series is 0.7 metres less than that of the Volvo V70, which means BMW 5 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Volvo V70 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 5 series has serious deffects in 10 percent more cases than Volvo V70, so Volvo V70 quality is probably slightly better
