John Deere 116 vs Toro SS4216
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 116 and the Toro SS4216 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Toro SS4216 is the more recent model: production started in 2013, versus 1981 for the John Deere 116.
- The Toro SS4216 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 116 | Toro SS4216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1981–1985 | 2013–2014 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 1 |
| Weight | 219 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 113 cm | — |
| Length | 161 cm | 182 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 116 or the Toro SS4216?
The John Deere 116 and the Toro SS4216 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 116 or the Toro SS4216?
The Toro SS4216 is the more recent model: production started in 2013, versus 1981 for the John Deere 116.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 116 or the Toro SS4216?
The Toro SS4216 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
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