John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Kubota ZG23
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Kubota ZG23: 64 HP versus 23 HP (+41 HP, +178%).
- The Kubota ZG23 is the more recent model: production started in 2003, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 499 kg for the Kubota ZG23.
- The Kubota ZG23 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Kubota ZG23 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 23 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 2003–2007 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 499 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 118 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 195 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 54" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota ZG23?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Kubota ZG23: 64 HP versus 23 HP (+41 HP, +178%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota ZG23?
The Kubota ZG23 is the more recent model: production started in 2003, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota ZG23?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 499 kg for the Kubota ZG23.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota ZG23?
The Kubota ZG23 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 42".

