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      Western Star 6900 XD (2005) vs. Mercedes-Benz 2535LS (2004)

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

      Motor

      Full power 354.2 kW and 264 kW 25 % more or 90.2 kW
      Peak torque 2237.1 Nm and 1850 Nm 17 % more or 387.1 Nm

      Gear box

      Forward gears number 10 and 8 20 % more or 2

      Neutral reasons:

      Wheelbase specifications 1

      Wheelbase 4350 mm and 3900 mm

      Motor

      Manufacturer Caterpillar and Mercedes-Benz
      Model C15 (550 HP) and OM457LA (350 HP)

      Gear box

      Model FR-13210B 10-speeds and G221-9
      Manufacturer Eaton Fuller and Mercedes-Benz