Spec Showdown
Freightliner Cascadia vs Volvo Trucks VNL
The Freightliner Cascadia and Volvo Trucks VNL are both Class 8 sleeper trucks aimed at long-haul and team. Freightliner Cascadia: America's best-selling Class 8 truck. Volvo Trucks VNL: The clean-sheet 2024 redesign that stunned the industry. Our catalog lists 20 shared wear-part categories for both platforms — confirm exact fitment with Mike before ordering.
| Spec | ![]() Freightliner Cascadia | ![]() Volvo Trucks VNL |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Daimler Truck North America | Volvo Group |
| Body type | Sleeper | Sleeper |
| Class | 8 | 8 |
| Production | 2007–present | 1996–present (all-new 2024) |
| Rating | Up to 80,000 lb GCWR | Up to 80,000 lb GCWR |
| Power | 350–605 hp | 405–500 hp |
| Engine options | Detroit DD13, Detroit DD15, Detroit DD16, Cummins X15 | Volvo D13, Volvo D13 Turbo Compound |
| Typical jobs | Long-haul, Regional, Team | Long-haul, Team |
| Common parts overlap | 20 shared categories: Brakes & Wheel End, Air System, Filtration, Electrical & Lighting +5 more | |

