Choose the Freightliner Coronado for OTR driver comfort — its 58" sleeper options exceed the Peterbilt 520's 0" maximum. The Freightliner Coronado offers more peak power (560 hp vs 500 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
| Spec | Freightliner Coronado 3 available · from $64,885 | Peterbilt 520 60 available · from $127,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Options | ||
| Engine options | Detroit DD15 | PACCAR MX-11, Cummins L9, Cummins X12 |
| Horsepower range | 475–560 hp | 260–500 hp |
| Peak torque | 1,850 lb-ft | 1,700 lb-ft |
| Weight Ratings | ||
| GVWR (max) | — | 66,000 lbs |
| GCWR | 288,808 lbs | 66,000 lbs |
| Transmission Options | ||
| Transmissions | — | Allison 4500 RDS, PACCAR Automated 12-speed (TX-12) |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase options | 0 options (undefined"–undefined") | 4 options (152"–212") |
| Sleeper sizes | ||
Choose the Freightliner Coronado for OTR driver comfort — its 58" sleeper options exceed the Peterbilt 520's 0" maximum. The Freightliner Coronado offers more peak power (560 hp vs 500 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
Both the Freightliner Coronado and Peterbilt 520 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 520 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 520 tops out at 500 hp / 1700 lb-ft. GVWR is similar lbs for the Freightliner Coronado and 66,000 lbs for the Peterbilt 520.
TruckRadar has 63 Freightliner Coronado and Peterbilt 520 trucks available right now from dealers nationwide. Search by make, model, price, and location at truckradar.ai.
| 34", 58" |
| No sleeper |
| Pricing (estimated) |
| Base MSRP range | — | $200,000–$280,000 |