John Deere X485 vs John Deere Z625
Verdict: John Deere X485 vs John Deere Z625
The John Deere X485 and the John Deere Z625 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 Z625 is the lighter machine (334 kg vs 845 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere X485 holds more fuel (24.6 L vs 13.2 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere Z625 is the newer design (2015 vs 2002). 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.