John Deere 997 vs John Deere Z930M EFI

Verdict: John Deere 997 vs John Deere Z930M EFI

The John Deere 997 and the John Deere Z930M EFI are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 27 hp. John Deere Z930M EFI is the lighter machine (619 kg vs 1,774 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere Z930M EFI is the newer design (2013 vs 2005). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.