John Deere 116 vs White Z-16

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 116

John Deere 116

16 HP · 1981–1985

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White Z-16

White Z-16

16 HP · 1998–1999

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 116 and the White Z-16 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
  • The White Z-16 is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1981 for the John Deere 116.
  • The White Z-16 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 116White Z-16
Power16 HP16 HP
Production years1981–19851998–1999
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders2
Weight219 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 1
Wheelbase113 cm111 cm
Length161 cm214 cm
Mower deck38"42"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 116 or the White Z-16?

The John Deere 116 and the White Z-16 deliver the same power: 16 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 116 or the White Z-16?

The White Z-16 is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1981 for the John Deere 116.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 116 or the White Z-16?

The White Z-16 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

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