Craftsman 917.27394 vs John Deere S160
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.27394 and the John Deere S160 deliver the same power: 24 HP.
- The John Deere S160 is the more recent model: production started in 2021, versus 2017 for the Craftsman 917.27394.
- The Craftsman 917.27394 is heavier: 264 kg versus 217 kg for the John Deere S160.
- The Craftsman 917.27394 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 48".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.27394 | John Deere S160 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 24 HP | 24 HP |
| Production years | 2017+ | 2021+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Weight | 264 kg | 217 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | — |
| Length | — | 191 cm |
| Mower deck | 54" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.27394 or the John Deere S160?
The Craftsman 917.27394 and the John Deere S160 deliver the same power: 24 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.27394 or the John Deere S160?
The John Deere S160 is the more recent model: production started in 2021, versus 2017 for the Craftsman 917.27394.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 917.27394 or the John Deere S160?
The Craftsman 917.27394 is heavier: 264 kg versus 217 kg for the John Deere S160.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.27394 or the John Deere S160?
The Craftsman 917.27394 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 48".

