Toro 21" [ Suzuki vs Kawasaki/Honda]

[ZaK18]

I know your fed up with all these threads comparing equipment, but I need know how the new 6hp 4 cycle engines on the toro stack up with the old dependable 5.5 Suzuki. My dealer still has 2 of the Suzuki's left in stock and I cant make my decision. Has anyone used the Honda/kawasaki engines? any input is greatly appreciated.

 

[Fareway Lawncare]

I prefer the Suzuki's..almost Zero Maint....Very Light...Indestructible!

 

[ZaK18]

How is the preformance. Are the 4 cycle more powerful? I dont mind changing the oil once a week if I have a better mower.

 

[odin]

id get the 2 cycle...have your dealer crank the rpm's up to 3700 with the blades spinning and its leaves a awesome cut...cant be out mulched by any other 21 inch mower.
i have one ive had since 89 still chugging along.

Expensive but you cant ware em out .

 

[BW4486]

HONDA HONDA HONDA HONDA

 

[Rick Jones]

Another vote for the Suzuki!

 

[specialtylc]

I would buy the kaw engine. I have one on my JD 21. Its a super good motor. The Susuki is lower on power.

 

[lonnie]

I think the kawa has more power and torque. Even though it is more maintenance I do not regret getting rid of my suzuki and getting the 6.5 kawa.

 

[LLandscaping]

We have 2 Toro Proline 21's one with a 5.5hp Kawasaki and the other has a 5.5hp Suzuki. The Kawasaki has more torque in thick grass, such as Bermuda and Zyosia. There is less maintenance on the Suzuki and it has a larger fuel tank. We like the Kawasaki better, but wish it had a bigger fuel tank. ( Suzuki has 1 gal tank)

 

[Fareway Lawncare]

The biggest benefit to the Suzukis is the light weight...If your guys are cutting 15-20 small res. props a day w/Prolines the Kaw will wear them out quick... turning & pulling backwards & occasional lifting...have found better production w/Suzukis.