John Deere 3420 vs John Deere 5090R

Verdict: John Deere 3420 vs John Deere 5090R

The John Deere 3420 and the John Deere 5090R are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 5090R leads on rated power with 78 hp against 77 hp. John Deere 3420 is the lighter machine (3,478 kg vs 3,700 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 5090R holds more fuel (129.8 L vs 129.1 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere 5090R is the newer design (2009 vs 1970). In short: choose the John Deere 5090R for outright pulling power, or the John Deere 3420 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.