John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Toro 500
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Toro 500: 60 HP versus 5 HP (+55 HP, +1100%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1970 for the Toro 500.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 108 kg for the Toro 500.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 25".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | Toro 500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 5 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 1970–1973 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | 108 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 154 cm | 99 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 132 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 25" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Toro 500?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Toro 500: 60 HP versus 5 HP (+55 HP, +1100%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Toro 500?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1970 for the Toro 500.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Toro 500?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 108 kg for the Toro 500.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Toro 500?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 25".