BMW 5 series is a more dynamic driving. Volvo V70 engine produces 12 HP less power than BMW 5 series, the torque is the same for both cars. Due to the lower power, Volvo V70 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
6.5
6.9
Real fuel consumption:
7.3 l/100km
7.1 l/100km
By specification Volvo V70 consumes 0.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series, which means that by driving the Volvo V70 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 60 litres of fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Volvo V70 consumes 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series.
Fuel tank capacity:
70 litres
70 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
1070 km in combined cycle
1010 km in combined cycle
1270 km on highway
1250 km on highway
950 km with real consumption
980 km with real consumption
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Front wheel drive (FWD)
All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Ground clearance:
150 mm (5.9 inches)
143 mm (5.6 inches)
Volvo V70 2007 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 V70 2007 2.4 engine
Dimensions
Length:
4.82 m
4.84 m
Width:
1.86 m
1.85 m
Height:
1.54 m
1.49 m
Volvo V70 is 2 cm shorter than the BMW 5 series, 1 cm wider, while the height of Volvo V70 is 5 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
575 litres
500 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
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1650 litres
Volvo V70 has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Volvo V70 has 75 litres more trunk space than the BMW 5 series. The BMW 5 series may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers.
Turning diameter:
11.7 meters
11.9 meters
The turning circle of the Volvo V70 is 0.2 metres less than that of the BMW 5 series.
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
