Cub Cadet Z48 vs John Deere 1600 Turbo
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Cub Cadet Z48: 64 HP versus 18 HP (+46 HP, +256%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1997 for the Cub Cadet Z48.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 347 kg for the Cub Cadet Z48.
- The Cub Cadet Z48 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet Z48 | John Deere 1600 Turbo | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 64 HP |
| Production years | 1997–2000 | 2002–2006 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 4 |
| Weight | 347 kg | 1 791 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 152 cm |
| Length | — | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 48" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet Z48 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Cub Cadet Z48: 64 HP versus 18 HP (+46 HP, +256%).
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet Z48 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1997 for the Cub Cadet Z48.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet Z48 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 347 kg for the Cub Cadet Z48.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet Z48 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The Cub Cadet Z48 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".