vs.

      Western Star 4900 FA (2005) vs. Mercedes-Benz 1844LS (2004)

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

      Motor

      Peak torque 2237.1 Nm and 2100 Nm 6 % more or 137.1 Nm
      Full power 410.1 kW and 324.4 kW 21 % more or 85.7 kW

      1 reasons to buy Mercedes-Benz 1844LS (2004):

      Gear box

      Forward gears number 16 and 10 37 % more or 6

      Neutral reasons:

      Wheelbase specifications 1

      Wheelbase 4775 mm and 3600 mm

      Motor

      Manufacturer Caterpillar and Mercedes-Benz
      Model C15 (550 HP) and OM501LA (440 HP)

      Gear box

      Manufacturer Eaton Fuller and Mercedes-Benz
      Model FR-13210B 11-speeds and G211-16