Cub Cadet 1605 vs John Deere 116
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1605 and the John Deere 116 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 1605 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1981 for the John Deere 116.
- The Cub Cadet 1605 is heavier: 239 kg versus 219 kg for the John Deere 116.
- The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1605 | John Deere 116 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1986 | 1981–1985 |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | 239 kg | 219 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 114 cm | 113 cm |
| Length | 173 cm | 161 cm |
| Mower deck | 44" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere 116?
The Cub Cadet 1605 and the John Deere 116 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere 116?
The Cub Cadet 1605 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1981 for the John Deere 116.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere 116?
The Cub Cadet 1605 is heavier: 239 kg versus 219 kg for the John Deere 116.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere 116?
The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 38".