John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Toro ZX480
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Toro ZX480: 64 HP versus 20 HP (+44 HP, +220%).
- The Toro ZX480 is the more recent model: production started in 2005, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
- The Toro ZX480 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Toro ZX480 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 20 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 2005–2008 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | — |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | — |
| Length | 335 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 42" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Toro ZX480?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Toro ZX480: 64 HP versus 20 HP (+44 HP, +220%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Toro ZX480?
The Toro ZX480 is the more recent model: production started in 2005, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Toro ZX480?
The Toro ZX480 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".

