John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Toro LX500
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Toro LX500: 64 HP versus 22 HP (+42 HP, +191%).
- The Toro LX500 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 238 kg for the Toro LX500.
- The Toro LX500 has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Toro LX500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 22 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 2006–2007 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 238 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | CVT |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 116 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 172 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 50" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Toro LX500?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Toro LX500: 64 HP versus 22 HP (+42 HP, +191%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Toro LX500?
The Toro LX500 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 LX500?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 238 kg for the Toro LX500.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Toro LX500?
The Toro LX500 has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 42".

