Choose the Peterbilt 579 for OTR driver comfort — its 80" sleeper options exceed the Volvo VNL's 74" maximum. The Peterbilt 579 offers more peak power (510 hp vs 500 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
| Spec | Peterbilt 579 1489 available · from $19,999 | Volvo VNL 2246 available |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Options | ||
| Engine options | PACCAR MX-13, PACCAR MX-11 | Volvo D13 |
| Horsepower range | 355–510 hp | 405–500 hp |
| Peak torque | 1,850 lb-ft | 1,950 lb-ft |
| Weight Ratings | ||
| GVWR (max) | — | — |
| GCWR | — | — |
| Transmission Options | ||
| Transmissions | PACCAR 12-Speed Automated Transmission | Volvo I-Shift, Volvo I-Shift 13-speed, Volvo I-Shift 14-speed |
| Dimensions | ||
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| Sleeper sizes | ||
Choose the Peterbilt 579 for OTR driver comfort — its 80" sleeper options exceed the Volvo VNL's 74" maximum. The Peterbilt 579 offers more peak power (510 hp vs 500 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
Both the Peterbilt 579 and Volvo VNL 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 579 is built by Peterbilt and the Volvo VNL is built by Volvo. Both are Class 8 conventional tractors but differ in powertrain options, cab dimensions, dealer networks, and MSRP.
The Peterbilt 579 tops out at 510 hp / 1850 lb-ft torque. The Volvo VNL tops out at 500 hp / 1950 lb-ft. GVWR is similar lbs for the Peterbilt 579 and similar lbs for the Volvo VNL.
TruckRadar has 3,735 Peterbilt 579 and Volvo VNL trucks available right now from dealers nationwide. Search by make, model, price, and location at truckradar.ai.
| 80" |
| 62", 74" |
| Pricing (estimated) |
| Base MSRP range | $135,000–$185,000 | — |