Choose the Peterbilt 579 for OTR driver comfort — its 80" sleeper options exceed the Freightliner Coronado's 58" maximum. The Freightliner Coronado offers more peak power (560 hp vs 510 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
| Spec | Freightliner Coronado 2 available · from $59,000 | Peterbilt 579 1508 available · from $23,900 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Options | ||
| Engine options | Detroit DD15 | PACCAR MX-13, PACCAR MX-11 |
| Horsepower range | 475–560 hp | 355–510 hp |
| Peak torque | 1,850 lb-ft | 1,850 lb-ft |
| Weight Ratings | ||
| GVWR (max) | — | — |
| GCWR | 288,808 lbs | — |
| Transmission Options | ||
| Transmissions | — | PACCAR 12-Speed Automated Transmission |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase options | 0 options (undefined"–undefined") | 0 options (undefined"–undefined") |
| Sleeper sizes | 34", 58" | |
Choose the Peterbilt 579 for OTR driver comfort — its 80" sleeper options exceed the Freightliner Coronado's 58" maximum. The Freightliner Coronado offers more peak power (560 hp vs 510 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
Both the Freightliner Coronado and Peterbilt 579 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 579 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 579 tops out at 510 hp / 1850 lb-ft. GVWR is similar lbs for the Freightliner Coronado and similar lbs for the Peterbilt 579.
TruckRadar has 1,510 Freightliner Coronado and Peterbilt 579 trucks available right now from dealers nationwide. Search by make, model, price, and location at truckradar.ai.
| 80" |
| Pricing (estimated) |
| Base MSRP range | — | $135,000–$185,000 |