John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Simplicity Contender 25/52
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Simplicity Contender 25/52: 64 HP versus 25 HP (+39 HP, +156%).
- The Simplicity Contender 25/52 is the more recent model: production started in 2016, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 447 kg for the Simplicity Contender 25/52.
- The Simplicity Contender 25/52 has the wider mower deck: 52" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Simplicity Contender 25/52 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 25 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 2016+ |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 447 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | — |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | — |
| Length | 335 cm | 203 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 52" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity Contender 25/52?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Simplicity Contender 25/52: 64 HP versus 25 HP (+39 HP, +156%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity Contender 25/52?
The Simplicity Contender 25/52 is the more recent model: production started in 2016, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity Contender 25/52?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 447 kg for the Simplicity Contender 25/52.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity Contender 25/52?
The Simplicity Contender 25/52 has the wider mower deck: 52" versus 42".

