John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Toro 520

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 1600 Turbo

John Deere 1600 Turbo

64 HP · 2002–2006

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Toro 520

Toro 520

20 HP · 1990–1997

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Toro 520: 64 HP versus 20 HP (+44 HP, +220%).
  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1990 for the Toro 520.
  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 293 kg for the Toro 520.
  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 1600 TurboToro 520
Power64 HP20 HP
Production years2002–20061990–1997
FuelDieselGasoline
Cylinders42
Weight1 791 kg293 kg
Drive4WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Wheelbase152 cm
Length335 cm165 cm
Mower deck42"36"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Toro 520?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Toro 520: 64 HP versus 20 HP (+44 HP, +220%).

Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Toro 520?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1990 for the Toro 520.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Toro 520?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 293 kg for the Toro 520.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Toro 520?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".

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