The wagon generally has more cargo space due to a larger trunk door opening, a roof that extends as far back as possible, and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into cargo space. Sedans tend to be quieter than wagons due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox:
Manual
Manual
Engine:
2.2 Diesel
2.4 Diesel
Performance
Power:
120 HP
130 HP
Torque:
280 NM
280 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
11.9 seconds
12 seconds
SAAB 9-5 engine produces 10 HP less power than Volvo S60, the torque is the same for both cars. Despite less power, SAAB 9-5 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
6.9
6.5
The Volvo S60 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. SAAB 9-5 consumes 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo S60, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the SAAB 9-5 could require 60 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
75 litres
70 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
1080 km in combined cycle
1070 km in combined cycle
1380 km on highway
1370 km on highway
Dimensions
Length:
4.83 m
4.58 m
Width:
1.79 m
1.80 m
Height:
1.50 m
1.43 m
SAAB 9-5 is 25 cm longer than the Volvo S60, 1 cm narrower, while the height of SAAB 9-5 is 7 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
no data
424 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
no data
1034 litres
Turning diameter:
10.8 meters
11 meters
The turning circle of the SAAB 9-5 is 0.2 metres less than that of the Volvo S60.
