John Deere E170 vs John Deere X948

Verdict: John Deere E170 vs John Deere X948

The John Deere E170 and the John Deere X948 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 25 hp. John Deere E170 is the lighter machine (232 kg vs 513 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere X948 holds more fuel (19.7 L vs 9.1 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.