Cub Cadet 1604 vs John Deere SST16
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1604 and the John Deere SST16 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The John Deere SST16 is the more recent model: production started in 2000, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1604.
- The John Deere SST16 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1604 | John Deere SST16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1986 | 2000–2003 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 290 kg | 290 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 4 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 111 cm | 125 cm |
| Length | 182 cm | 190 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the John Deere SST16?
The Cub Cadet 1604 and the John Deere SST16 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the John Deere SST16?
The John Deere SST16 is the more recent model: production started in 2000, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1604.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the John Deere SST16?
The John Deere SST16 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".