Z325E vs TITAN
Z325E vs TITAN compared side by side: specs, ratings, price and owner feedback from our independent reviews.
| Z325E | TITAN | |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 3.8 | 4.2 |
| Performance | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| Build quality | 4.0 | 4.5 |
| Reliability | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| Value for money | 4.0 | 3.5 |
| Comfort & ergonomics | 3.5 | 4.5 |
| Features | 3.0 | 4.0 |
| Price | $3,899 | $5,999 |
| Specifications | ||
| Power type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Horsepower | 24 HP | — |
| Engine | V-twin OHV, air-cooled (Deere 44 EXi) | Kawasaki FR691 23 hp, Kohler KT745 26 hp, MAX models Kohler 26 hp or Kawasaki 24 hp (gross) |
| Displacement | Not published by Deere | 726 to 747 cc V-twin |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission | Hydro-Gear EZT hydrostatic, twin lever control | Dual hydrostatic, Hydro-Gear ZT2800 (48 and 54-in.) / ZT3100 (MAX) |
| Drive | Zero-turn, dual hydrostatic | Zero-turn, rear-wheel drive, lever steering |
| Deck size | 48 in (54 in optional) | 48, 54 and 60 in. |
| Deck construction | Accel Deep, forged 10-gauge steel, side discharge | IronForged 10-gauge steel, welded Grade 50 bumper, cast-aluminum spindles |
| Cutting height | 1.25 to 4.5 in | 1.5 to 5.0 in., foot-operated |
| Blades | Side-discharge blades; MulchControl kit optional | 3 blades |
| Discharge | Side discharge; mulching and bagging with optional kits | Side discharge |
| Top speed | 7 mph forward, 3.5 mph reverse | 8.5 mph (48 and 54-in.), 9.0 mph (MAX) |
| Turning radius | Zero | — |
| Front tires | 11x6.0-5 casters | 13x6.5 treaded casters |
| Rear tires | 18x8.0-8 | 22x11 (48 and 54-in.), 23x11-12 (MAX) |
| Weight | 594 lb (no fuel) | 744 to 839 lb |
| Dimensions | 48-in. deck; weight 594 lb | — |
| Fuel capacity | 3.0 US gal (11.3 L) | 5 US gal (48 and 54-in.), 7 US gal (MAX 60-in.) |
| Recommended property size | Up to about 2 acres | Toro: up to 7 acres (60-in. MAX); not stated for 48 and 54-in. |
| Battery | 12V, 300 CCA | — |
| Deck lift | Foot pedal | — |
| Fuel tank | Translucent | — |
| Seat | 18 in, spring suspension | 20 in. gaming-style |
| Optional deck | 54 in (+$100, not in California) | — |
| Front end | — | Commercial-style I-beam |
| Anti-scalp wheels | — | 4 |
| Blade tip speed | — | 17,852 ft/min (60-in. MAX) |
| Verdict | The Z325E offers 24 hp and a 48-in. forged deck (54-in. optional) for the lowest price among wide-deck Z300 models. Read the full review |
The TITAN is the right pick for larger properties that need faster travel speed, a bigger tank and tougher components than the TimeCutter, without paying Z Master prices. Read the full review |
