Choose the Peterbilt 389 for OTR driver comfort — its 78" sleeper options exceed the Freightliner Coronado's 58" maximum. The Freightliner Coronado offers more peak power (560 hp vs 0 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
| Spec | Freightliner Coronado 3 available · from $67,947 | Peterbilt 389 286 available · from $46,950 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Options | ||
| Engine options | Detroit DD15 | — |
| Horsepower range | 475–560 hp | — |
| Peak torque | 1,850 lb-ft | — |
| Weight Ratings | ||
| GVWR (max) | — | — |
| GCWR | 288,808 lbs | — |
| Transmission Options | ||
| Transmissions | — | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase options | 0 options (undefined"–undefined") | 0 options (undefined"–undefined") |
| Sleeper sizes | 34", 58" | |
Choose the Peterbilt 389 for OTR driver comfort — its 78" sleeper options exceed the Freightliner Coronado's 58" maximum. The Freightliner Coronado offers more peak power (560 hp vs 0 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
Both the Freightliner Coronado 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 Coronado 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 Coronado tops out at 560 hp / 1850 lb-ft torque. The Peterbilt 389 tops out at 0 hp / 0 lb-ft. GVWR is similar lbs for the Freightliner Coronado and similar lbs for the Peterbilt 389.
TruckRadar has 289 Freightliner Coronado and Peterbilt 389 trucks available right now from dealers nationwide. Search by make, model, price, and location at truckradar.ai.
| 72", 78" |
| Pricing (estimated) |
| Base MSRP range | — | $155,000–$215,000 |