Cub Cadet 1605 vs Toro 16-42Z
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1605 and the Toro 16-42Z deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Toro 16-42Z is the more recent model: production started in 2003, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
- The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1605 | Toro 16-42Z | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1986 | 2003–2004 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 239 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 114 cm | — |
| Length | 173 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 44" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the Toro 16-42Z?
The Cub Cadet 1605 and the Toro 16-42Z deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the Toro 16-42Z?
The Toro 16-42Z is the more recent model: production started in 2003, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the Toro 16-42Z?
The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".