vs.

      Western Star 6900 XD (2005) vs. Mercedes-Benz 1840LS (2004)

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

      Motor

      Full power 466.1 kW and 299 kW 36 % more or 167.1 kW
      Peak torque 2237.1 Nm and 2000 Nm 11 % more or 237.1 Nm

      Gear box

      Forward gears number 18 and 8 56 % more or 10

      Neutral reasons:

      Wheelbase specifications 1

      Wheelbase 4350 mm and 3600 mm

      Motor

      Model C15 (625 HP) and OM457LA (400 HP)
      Manufacturer Caterpillar and Mercedes-Benz

      Gear box

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