John Deere 1575 vs John Deere Z997R

Verdict: John Deere 1575 vs John Deere Z997R

The John Deere 1575 and the John Deere Z997R are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 37 hp. John Deere Z997R is the lighter machine (835 kg vs 1,104 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 1575 holds more fuel (60.6 L vs 43.5 L) for longer stints between fills. Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.