John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Toro GT550
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Toro GT550: 64 HP versus 22 HP (+42 HP, +191%).
- The Toro GT550 is the more recent model: production started in 2006, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 463 kg for the Toro GT550.
- The Toro GT550 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Toro GT550 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 22 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 2006–2007 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 463 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 132 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 194 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 44" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Toro GT550?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Toro GT550: 64 HP versus 22 HP (+42 HP, +191%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Toro GT550?
The Toro GT550 is the more recent model: production started in 2006, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Toro GT550?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 463 kg for the Toro GT550.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Toro GT550?
The Toro GT550 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".

