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List prices are the manufacturer’s published figures, re-checked daily; they exclude tax, freight and dealer setup.
A side-by-side reference of each model's stated specifications. MowerFacts doesn’t give opinions: where a published, spec-derived rule can separate machines we mark a Data Pick and show the rule; here, read the values and decide what fits your needs.
Best suited for
What each model is built for, from its duty class and key specs. This is a neutral reference — MowerFacts does not rank one model above another.
- Kubota GR2020G — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 48-inch deck; gas powered
- John Deere X394 Lawn Tractor with 48-inch Deck — prosumer: larger home properties and light acreage; 48-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 5 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- GR2020G has a Kubota HST transmission; X394 Lawn Tractor with 48-inch Deck has a K58 hydrostatic integrated with transaxle transmission. The transmission grade tracks duty rating and speed. Grade names are each maker's own and are not comparable across brands.
- GR2020G has a 10 Gauge Steel deck; X394 Lawn Tractor with 48-inch Deck has a 10 gauge 0.135 in. 3.4 mm deck.
- GR2020G has Belt drive; X394 Lawn Tractor with 48-inch Deck has Dual belt drive.
- GR2020G holds 4.2 gal (15.9 L) of fuel; X394 Lawn Tractor with 48-inch Deck holds 3.3 gal (12.5 L) of fuel, a 0.9 gal difference. Tank size bounds how long a machine runs between stops. Consumption varies with engine, load and speed, so hours per tank are not fixed.
- GR2020G weighs 882 lbs (400.1 kg); X394 Lawn Tractor with 48-inch Deck weighs 754 lbs (342 kg), a 128 lbs difference. Operating weight bears on trailer payload, ramps and soft turf. On its own it says nothing about build quality. What GR2020G's weight means for a trailer ›
2 more differences, what isn’t comparable
Other verified differences
- GR2020G has a 20.5 hp engine; X394 Lawn Tractor with 48-inch Deck has a 23 hp engine, a 2.5 hp difference.
- GR2020G has a 38.1 ci (624 cc) engine; X394 Lawn Tractor with 48-inch Deck has a 44.3 ci (726 cc) engine, a 6.2 ci difference.
Not comparable
- Warranty: not published for GR2020G.
- Bagger Capacity: not published for GR2020G.
- Engine Make: not published for X394 Lawn Tractor with 48-inch Deck.
- Fuel Type: not published for X394 Lawn Tractor with 48-inch Deck.
- Cut height range: not published for GR2020G.
Verified means each manufacturer publishes the figure. A bigger number is only a bigger number; nothing here says which machine is better. The full specification table is below.
Which is faster on your property? › Measure your lawn once and MowerFacts times all 2 against it.
| Spec | GR2020G Kubota · Riding (Lawn Tractor) |
X394 Lawn Tractor with 48-inch Deck John Deere · Riding (Lawn Tractor) |
|---|---|---|
| List price | dealer quote | dealer quote |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | 38.1 ci (624 cc) | 44.3 ci (726 cc) |
| Engine Power | 20.5 hp | 23 hp |
| Engine Make | Kohler CH640 | — |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Engine Model | — | FR691V |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | — |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 48 in (1219 mm) | 48 in (1220 mm) |
| Min Cut Height | — | 1 in (25 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | — | 4 in (102 mm) |
| Deck Material | 10 Gauge Steel | 10 gauge 0.135 in. 3.4 mm |
| Deck Gauge | 10 | 10 |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Kubota HST | K58 hydrostatic integrated with transaxle |
| Ground Speed | 6.2 mph | 6.2 mph |
| Reverse Speed | — | 3.5 mph |
| Drive System | Belt | Dual belt |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 882 lbs (400.1 kg) | 754 lbs (342 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 4.2 gal (15.9 L) | 3.3 gal (12.5 L) |
| General | ||
| Warranty | — | 4 yr |
| Bagger Capacity | — | 19 bu (670 L) |
Where these models differ, explained
GR2020G: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — kubotausa.com.
X394 Lawn Tractor with 48-inch Deck: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — deere.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.