John Deere 355D vs John Deere S100
Verdict: John Deere 355D vs John Deere S100
The John Deere 355D and the John Deere S100 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 18 hp. John Deere S100 is the lighter machine (188 kg vs 321 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 355D holds more fuel (14.4 L vs 9.1 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere S100 is the newer design (2021 vs 1999). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.