Woods 5180 vs Woods 6170

Verdict: Woods 5180 vs Woods 6170

The Woods 5180 and the Woods 6170 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 18 hp. Woods 5180 is the lighter machine (305 kg vs 397 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Woods 5180 holds more fuel (16.3 L vs 15.1 L) for longer stints between fills. Woods 6170 is the newer design (2000 vs 1993). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.