Choose the Peterbilt 389 for OTR driver comfort — its 78" sleeper options exceed the Freightliner Cascadia's 0" maximum. The Freightliner Cascadia offers more peak power (400 hp vs 0 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
| Spec | Freightliner Cascadia 5185 available · from $6,000 | Peterbilt 389 286 available · from $46,950 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Options | ||
| Engine options | Detroit DD15, Detroit DD13 | — |
| Horsepower range | 400–400 hp | — |
| Peak torque | 1,750 lb-ft | — |
| Weight Ratings | ||
| GVWR (max) | — | — |
| GCWR | 80,000 lbs | — |
| Transmission Options | ||
| Transmissions | Detroit DT12 Direct Drive, Detroit DT12 Over Drive | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase options | 0 options (undefined"–undefined") | 0 options (undefined"–undefined") |
| Sleeper sizes | — | |
Choose the Peterbilt 389 for OTR driver comfort — its 78" sleeper options exceed the Freightliner Cascadia's 0" maximum. The Freightliner Cascadia offers more peak power (400 hp vs 0 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
Both the Freightliner Cascadia and Peterbilt 389 hold strong resale value among owner-operators and fleets. Resale depends heavily on mileage, maintenance history, and regional demand — not OEM brand alone. Check current listings on TruckRadar for real-world asking prices.
No. The Freightliner Cascadia is built by Freightliner and the Peterbilt 389 is built by Peterbilt. Both are Class 8 conventional tractors but differ in powertrain options, cab dimensions, dealer networks, and MSRP.
The Freightliner Cascadia tops out at 400 hp / 1750 lb-ft torque. The Peterbilt 389 tops out at 0 hp / 0 lb-ft. GVWR is similar lbs for the Freightliner Cascadia and similar lbs for the Peterbilt 389.
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| 72", 78" |
| Pricing (estimated) |
| Base MSRP range | — | $155,000–$215,000 |