MODEL COMPARISON
Kenworth T680 vs Peterbilt 579
Compare the actual configuration, condition, history and price of individual trucks, not only the model badge.ConsiderationKenworth T680Peterbilt 579
Typical roleAerodynamic highway platform used in fleet, owner-operator, day-cab and sleeper work.Aerodynamic highway platform used in fleet, owner-operator, day-cab and sleeper work.
Cab and sleeperCab, sleeper height, storage and trim vary by generation and original order.Cab, sleeper size, interior package and trim vary by year and specification.
PowertrainPACCAR and Cummins families may appear depending on year and build.PACCAR and Cummins families may appear depending on year and build.
TransmissionManual and automated options exist; inspect the installed unit and its history.Manual and automated options exist; inspect the installed unit and its history.
Driver environmentEvaluate seat, visibility, controls, bunk systems and noise in the actual truck.Evaluate seat, visibility, controls, bunk systems and noise in the actual truck.
Used-market reviewCheck engine hours, emissions work, fairings, cab electronics and fleet maintenance evidence.Check engine hours, emissions work, fairings, cab electronics and fleet maintenance evidence.
Service decisionConsider parts and qualified service access on the planned lanes.Consider parts and qualified service access on the planned lanes.
Which should you buy?
The better purchase is usually the truck with the configuration, condition, maintenance history and price that best fit the intended work. Arrange an appropriate inspection and compare actual records before choosing.