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      Mercedes-Benz 2544L (2003) vs. Western Star 4900 SA (2005)

      1 reasons to buy Mercedes-Benz 2544L (2003):

      Motor

      Full power 324.4 kW and 227.4 kW 30 % more or 97.0 kW

      2 reasons to buy Western Star 4900 SA (2005):

      Motor

      Peak torque 2237.1 Nm and 2100 Nm 6 % more or 137.1 Nm

      Gear box

      Forward gears number 18 and 16 11 % more or 2

      Neutral reasons:

      Wheelbase specifications 1

      Wheelbase 4800 mm and 4350 mm

      Motor

      Manufacturer Mercedes-Benz and Caterpillar
      Model OM501LA (440 HP) and C11 (305 HP)

      Gear box

      Manufacturer Mercedes-Benz and Eaton Fuller
      Model G211-16 and FR-13210B 7-speeds