vs.

      Western Star 6900 XD (2005) vs. Mercedes-Benz 1518 (2005)

      3 reasons to buy Western Star 6900 XD (2005):

      Motor

      Full power 354.2 kW and 132 kW 63 % more or 222.2 kW
      Peak torque 2237.1 Nm and 675 Nm 70 % more or 1562.1 Nm

      Gear box

      Forward gears number 10 and 6 40 % more or 4

      Neutral reasons:

      Wheelbase specifications 1

      Wheelbase 4350 mm and 3560 mm

      Motor

      Model C15 (475 HP) and OM904LA (177 HP)
      Manufacturer Caterpillar and Mercedes-Benz

      Gear box

      Manufacturer Eaton Fuller and Mercedes-Benz
      Model FR-13210B 10-speeds and G60-6