vs.

      Western Star 4900 FA (2005) vs. Volvo FL E 6x2 Platform(2005)

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

      Motor

      Full power 227.4 kW and 162 kW 29 % more or 65.4 kW
      Peak torque 2779.4 Nm and 700 Nm 75 % more or 2079.4 Nm

      Gear box

      Forward gears number 13 and 9 31 % more or 4

      Neutral reasons:

      Wheelbase specifications 1

      Wheelbase 4775 mm and 3700 mm

      Motor

      Model C11 (305 HP) and D6B (220 HP)
      Manufacturer Caterpillar and Volvo

      Gear box

      Model FR-13210B 13-speeds and R800
      Manufacturer Eaton Fuller and Volvo