John Deere Z245 vs Simplicity Citation 23/52

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere Z245

John Deere Z245

23 HP · 2008–2012

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Simplicity Citation 23/52

Simplicity Citation 23/52

23 HP · 2006–2009

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere Z245 and the Simplicity Citation 23/52 deliver the same power: 23 HP.
  • The John Deere Z245 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 2006 for the Simplicity Citation 23/52.
  • The Simplicity Citation 23/52 is heavier: 453 kg versus 267 kg for the John Deere Z245.
  • The Simplicity Citation 23/52 has the wider mower deck: 52" versus 48".

Full specs comparison

John Deere Z245Simplicity Citation 23/52
Power23 HP23 HP
Production years2008–20122006–2009
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders22
Weight267 kg453 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Wheelbase119 cm121 cm
Length187 cm201 cm
Mower deck48"52"

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