Cub Cadet 1604 vs Wheel Horse 16-38XL

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1604

Cub Cadet 1604

16 HP · 1985–1986

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Wheel Horse 16-38XL

Wheel Horse 16-38XL

16 HP · 2000–2004

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 1604 and the Wheel Horse 16-38XL deliver the same power: 16 HP.
  • The Wheel Horse 16-38XL is the more recent model: production started in 2000, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1604.
  • The Cub Cadet 1604 is heavier: 290 kg versus 186 kg for the Wheel Horse 16-38XL.

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1604Wheel Horse 16-38XL
Power16 HP16 HP
Production years1985–19862000–2004
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders21
Weight290 kg186 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)4 / 15 / 1
Wheelbase111 cm119 cm
Length182 cm168 cm
Mower deck38"38"

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