John Deere S100 vs John Deere X165
Verdict: John Deere S100 vs John Deere X165
The John Deere S100 and the John Deere X165 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 237 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere X165 holds more fuel (14.8 L vs 9.1 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere S100 is the newer design (2021 vs 2011). 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.