Volvo S80 2006 vs BMW 5 series 2007
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.4 Diesel | 2.5 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Volvo S80) 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 (BMW 5 series) 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." | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 185 HP | 190 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 235 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9 seconds | 8.7 seconds | |
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BMW 5 series is a more dynamic driving. Volvo S80 engine produces 5 HP less power than BMW 5 series, but torque is 165 NM more than BMW 5 series. Due to the lower power, Volvo S80 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.3 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.3 | 7.5 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.8 l/100km | 9.9 l/100km | |
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The Volvo S80 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Volvo S80 consumes 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series, which means that by driving the Volvo S80 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 30 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Volvo S80 consumes 2.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 950 km in combined cycle | 930 km in combined cycle | |
| 1200 km on highway | 1180 km on highway | ||
| 890 km with real consumption | 700 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Volvo S80) 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: | 148 mm (5.8 inches) | 142 mm (5.6 inches) | |
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 480'000 km | 380'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Volvo S80 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 5 years | 6 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Volvo V70, Volvo S60, Volvo XC90, Volvo XC70, Volvo XC60 | Used only for this car | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Volvo S80 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Volvo S80 2006 2.4 engine: The early versions of these engines are known for their reliability and rare failures, which made them popular.
However, engine have several common weaknesses. Intake manifold swirl flaps often seize, and ... More about Volvo S80 2006 2.4 engine BMW 5 sērija 2007 2.5 engine: Engine is relatively reliable. Most problems relate to the fuel injection system, spark plugs and coils, and the Vanos phase control system. Problems with the high pressure fuel pump were common in early model ... More about BMW 5 sērija 2007 2.5 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.85 m | 4.84 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.49 m | 1.47 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Volvo S80 is 1 cm longer than the BMW 5 series, 1 cm wider, while the height of Volvo S80 is 2 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | 520 litres | |
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BMW 5 series has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Volvo S80 has 40 litres less trunk space than the BMW 5 series. This could mean that the Volvo S80 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`200 | 2`085 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | average | |
| Average price (€): | 4200 | 6800 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.8/10 | 8.0/10 | |
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