Choose the Peterbilt 389 for OTR driver comfort — its 86" sleeper options exceed the Western Star 4900's 82" maximum. The Peterbilt 389 offers more peak power (605 hp vs 600 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
| Spec | Peterbilt 389 186 available · from $46,900 | Western Star 4900 32 available · from $19,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Options | ||
| Engine options | PACCAR MX-13, Cummins X15, Cummins ISX15 | Detroit DD16, Cummins ISX15, Detroit DD13, Detroit DD15, Detroit Series 60 Tier III |
| Horsepower range | 400–605 hp | 350–600 hp |
| Peak torque | 2,050 lb-ft | 2,050 lb-ft |
| Weight Ratings | ||
| GVWR (max) | 80,000 lbs | — |
| GCWR | 250,000 lbs | — |
| Transmission Options | ||
| Transmissions | Eaton Fuller 18-speed, Eaton Fuller 13-speed, Eaton Endurant HD 12-speed | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase options | 5 options (230"–270") | 1 options (448"–448") |
Choose the Peterbilt 389 for OTR driver comfort — its 86" sleeper options exceed the Western Star 4900's 82" maximum. The Peterbilt 389 offers more peak power (605 hp vs 600 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
Both the Peterbilt 389 and Western Star 4900 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 Peterbilt 389 is built by Peterbilt and the Western Star 4900 is built by Western Star. Both are Class 8 conventional tractors but differ in powertrain options, cab dimensions, dealer networks, and MSRP.
The Peterbilt 389 tops out at 605 hp / 2050 lb-ft torque. The Western Star 4900 tops out at 600 hp / 2050 lb-ft. GVWR is 80,000 lbs for the Peterbilt 389 and similar lbs for the Western Star 4900.
TruckRadar has 218 Peterbilt 389 and Western Star 4900 trucks available right now from dealers nationwide. Search by make, model, price, and location at truckradar.ai.
| Sleeper sizes | 63", 72", 76", 86" | 34", 40", 54", 68", 82" |
| Pricing (estimated) |
| Base MSRP range | $155,000–$215,000 | — |