John Deere 5045D vs John Deere 5104
Verdict: John Deere 5045D vs John Deere 5104
The John Deere 5045D and the John Deere 5104 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 45 hp. John Deere 5104 is the lighter machine (1,824 kg vs 1,900 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 5104 holds more fuel (62.1 L vs 60.6 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere 5045D is the newer design (2008 vs 2007). 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.


