vs.

      Western Star 4900 FA (2005) vs. Mercedes-Benz 1840LS (2004)

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

      Motor

      Full power 354.2 kW and 299 kW 16 % more or 55.2 kW
      Peak torque 2779.4 Nm and 2000 Nm 28 % more or 779.4 Nm

      1 reasons to buy Mercedes-Benz 1840LS (2004):

      Gear box

      Forward gears number 8 and 7 12 % more or 1

      Neutral reasons:

      Wheelbase specifications 1

      Wheelbase 4775 mm and 3600 mm

      Motor

      Manufacturer Caterpillar and Mercedes-Benz
      Model C11 (370 HP) and OM457LA (400 HP)

      Gear box

      Model FR-13210B 7-speeds and G221-9
      Manufacturer Eaton Fuller and Mercedes-Benz