BMW 5 series 2013 vs Volvo V70 2013
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 3.0 Petrol | |
| 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 V70) 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: | 258 HP | 304 HP | |
| Torque: | 560 NM | 440 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds | |
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BMW 5 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 5 series engine produces 46 HP less power than Volvo V70, but torque is 120 NM more than Volvo V70. Despite less power, BMW 5 series reaches 100 km/h speed 0.7 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.3 | 10.2 | |
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The BMW 5 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW 5 series consumes 4.9 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 735 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1320 km in combined cycle | 680 km in combined cycle | |
| 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: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| 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. | |||
| BMW 5 sērija 2013 3.0 engine: The N57 engine is a robust turbo diesel unit without any major systemic issues. Its longevity depends heavily on regular maintenance, including timely servicing, periodic cleaning of the intake system, and active regeneration of the diesel particulate filter.
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Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.91 m | 4.81 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.91 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.55 m | |
| BMW 5 series is 9 cm longer than the Volvo V70, 5 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 5 series is 9 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 560 litres | 555 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1670 litres | 1580 litres | |
| BMW 5 series has 5 litres more trunk space than the Volvo V70. 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`470 | no data | |
| 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 (€): | 14 600 | 8400 | |
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