John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Simplicity Legacy XL 27D
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Simplicity Legacy XL 27D: 64 HP versus 27 HP (+37 HP, +137%).
- The Simplicity Legacy XL 27D is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
- The Simplicity Legacy XL 27D has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Simplicity Legacy XL 27D | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 27 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 2004–2015 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | — |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Rear lift capacity | — | 136 kg |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 148 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 205 cm |
| Cab | — | Yes |
| Mower deck | 42" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity Legacy XL 27D?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Simplicity Legacy XL 27D: 64 HP versus 27 HP (+37 HP, +137%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity Legacy XL 27D?
The Simplicity Legacy XL 27D is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity Legacy XL 27D?
The Simplicity Legacy XL 27D has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".

