John Deere E120 vs Kubota F3990
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the John Deere E120: 39 HP versus 20 HP (+19 HP, +95%).
- The John Deere E120 is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2014 for the Kubota F3990.
- The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 190 kg for the John Deere E120.
- The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere E120 | Kubota F3990 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 20 HP | 39 HP |
| Production years | 2018–2020 | 2014–2024 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 4 |
| Weight | 190 kg | 778 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 124 cm | 130 cm |
| Length | 174 cm | 251 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 60" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere E120 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the John Deere E120: 39 HP versus 20 HP (+19 HP, +95%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere E120 or the Kubota F3990?
The John Deere E120 is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2014 for the Kubota F3990.
Which is heavier, the John Deere E120 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 190 kg for the John Deere E120.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere E120 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 42".

