Choose the Mack Pioneer for OTR driver comfort — its 76" sleeper options exceed the Volvo VNR's 62" maximum. The Mack Pioneer offers more peak power (515 hp vs 455 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
| Spec | Mack Pioneer 23 available · from $142,000 | Volvo VNR 101 available · from $10,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Options | ||
| Engine options | Mack MP13, Mack MP13HE | Volvo D13, Volvo D13TC |
| Horsepower range | 415–515 hp | 405–455 hp |
| Peak torque | 1,950 lb-ft | 1,850 lb-ft |
| Weight Ratings | ||
| GVWR (max) | — | — |
| GCWR | — | — |
| Transmission Options | ||
| Transmissions | Mack mDRIVE, mDRIVE, mDRIVE HD, mDRIVE 12-speed, mDRIVE 13-speed, mDRIVE 14-speed, mDRIVE HD 12-speed, mDRIVE HD 13-speed | I-Shift, I-Shift 13-speed |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase options | 4 options (125"–189") | 0 options (undefined"–undefined") |
Choose the Mack Pioneer for OTR driver comfort — its 76" sleeper options exceed the Volvo VNR's 62" maximum. The Mack Pioneer offers more peak power (515 hp vs 455 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
Both the Mack Pioneer and Volvo VNR 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 Mack Pioneer is built by Mack and the Volvo VNR is built by Volvo. Both are Class 8 conventional tractors but differ in powertrain options, cab dimensions, dealer networks, and MSRP.
The Mack Pioneer tops out at 515 hp / 1950 lb-ft torque. The Volvo VNR tops out at 455 hp / 1850 lb-ft. GVWR is similar lbs for the Mack Pioneer and similar lbs for the Volvo VNR.
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| Sleeper sizes |
| 44", 64", 76" |
| 42", 62" |
| Pricing (estimated) |
| Base MSRP range | — | — |