DAF XF vs Scania R 500

The Scania R 500 is the heavier machine, at 9.78 t against 9.31 t, and the Scania R 500 has more power (373 kW against 300 kW).

The Scania R 500 is ahead on: more power, more torque, bigger fuel tank.

Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the DAF XF and the Scania R 500 drawn to the same scale from their dimension drawings.

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At a glance

Bold is the machine ahead on each figure, with its lead.

Figure	DAF XF	Scania R 500
Kerb weight	9,314 kg	9,775 kg
Gross powerHigher is better	300 kW	373 kW+24%
Max torqueHigher is better	2,150 Nm	2,550 Nm+19%
Fuel tankHigher is better	510 L	1,030 L+102%
Overall length	7.08 m	6.871 m

All specifications

Every figure the makers publish. Search for one, or show only those that differ.

Differences only(38)

FigureDAF XF Scania R 500

Dimensions

Overall length7.08 m6.871 m

Overall width2.55 mat centre of front axleNot published

Width at rear2.48 mNot published

Wheelbase3.9 m3.825 mfront axle to centre of rear bogie

Tandem axle spacing1.4 m1.35 m

Front overhang1.53 m1.41 m

Rear overhang1.65 mfrom centre of rear bogie1.636 mfrom bogie centre; 0.961 m from last axle

Front axle to back of cab0.83 m0.88 m

Back of cab to rear end4.72 mNot published

Cab height above frame2.18 mNot published

Fifth wheel lead0.37 mahead of rear bogie centre, standardNot published

Frame height at front1.02 munladen at front axle; 0.97 m ladenNot published

Frame height at rear1.03 munladen at driven axles; 1.00 m laden0.969 m0.969-0.997 m

Turning circle13.76 mbetween kerbsNot published

Turning circle between walls15.14 mNot published

Overall height (cab roof)Not published3.42 m3.420-3.459 m

Front axle to first drive axleNot published3.15 m

Front to back of cabNot published2.29 m

Back of cab to bogie centreNot published2.945 m

Weight

Kerb weight9,314 kg9,775 kg

GVW26,000 kgregistration; 27,000 kg technicalNot published

GCW44,000 kgNot published

Front axle load8,000 kg7,100 kgfront spring capacity

Rear axle load19,000 kgregistration; 2 x 10.5 t axles19,000 kgrear air suspension capacity

Gross carrying capacity16,686 kgNot published

Engine

Engine modelPACCAR MX-11 (XF 410)Scania DC13 500, in-line 6

EmissionsEuro 6Euro 6 (SCR)

Cylinders66

Displacement10.8 L12.7 L

Gross power300 kW (408 hp)at 1,600 rpm373 kW (500 hp)at 1,900 rpm

Max torque2,150 Nmat 900-1,125 rpm2,550 Nmat 1,000-1,350 rpm

Engine rangeMX-11 270/300/330 kW, MX-13 315/355/390 kW (XF 370-530)Not published

Transmission

GearboxTraXon 12TX2010 DD 12-speed automated, 16.69-1.00Scania GRS0905R direct 14-speed, Opticruise, R3500 retarder

Rear axle ratio2.833.42, with power divider and diff locks

Rear axlesSR1360T, 2 x 10.5 t, air suspensionScania AD200SA housings, RB662 differentials

Front axleNot publishedScania AM420S

Tyres

Tyres315/70 R22.5 front and drive295/80 R22.5 front and rear, 22.5 x 8.25 aluminium rims

Service capacities

Fuel tank510 Laluminium, left1,030 L710 L left + 320 L right

AdBlue tank80 L105 L

Fifth wheel

Fifth wheelJOST JSK37C cast iron, 150 + 40 mmNot published

Sources: DAF XF 410 FTT 6X4 Tractor specification sheet 016G0249AAAA - 202545A (DAF Trucks UK, 10-07-2025) · Scania R 500 6x4 Prime Mover chassis specification SAU2019-1 (Scania Australia)

Drawn to scale

Side views measured off each maker's dimension drawing, front edges and ground lined up.

DAF XFScania R 500Same scale, front edges and ground lined up.

DAF XF vs Scania R 500: questions

Which is bigger, the DAF XF or Scania R 500?

By operating weight the Scania R 500 is the biggest at 9.78 t, then the DAF XF at 9.31 t.

Which has more power, the DAF XF or Scania R 500?

The Scania R 500: DAF XF 300 kW (408 hp), Scania R 500 373 kW (500 hp) (gross power), a 24% difference.

Which has the bigger fuel tank, the DAF XF or Scania R 500?

The Scania R 500: DAF XF 510 L, Scania R 500 1,030 L (fuel tank), a 102% difference.

Where do these figures come from?

Each model's own published spec sheet or brochure, linked under the table. Builds differ by market and year, so confirm the figures for a particular machine with its dealer.

Can I rent or buy these machines in the UAE?

Each model's page lists the ones for hire and for sale on EquipmentsFinder now, with typical prices in AED.