SPECS / COMPARISON
John Deere 5205 vs Ford 4100
A detailed comparison of the John Deere 5205 and the Ford 4100. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
John Deere 520539.5 kW (53.0 HP)
Ford 410038.8 kW (52.1 HP)
| Specification | John Deere 5205 Agricultural Tractors | Ford 4100 Agricultural Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Utility Tractor | Utility Tractor |
| Horsepower | 39.5 kW (53.0 HP) | 38.8 kW (52.1 HP) |
| Weight | 2050.0 kg (2WD: 3858.1 lbs (1750.0 kg) 4WD: 4519.5 lbs) | — |
| Transmission Type | Partially synchronized with dry disc clutch | — |
| Length | 326.0 cm (2WD: 108.7 in. (276.0 cm) 4WD: 128.3 in.) | 346.0 cm (136.2 in.) |
| Pump Flow | 41.3 LPM (10.9 GPM) | — |
| Years Made | 2000-2007 | 1975-1981 |
| Engine Model | John Deere 3029D | Ford |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 2933 cc (179.0 cu in.) | 2998 cc (182.9 cu in.) |
| Bore | 10.59 cm (4.17 in.) | 10.69 cm (4.21 in.) |
| Stroke | 11.00 cm (4.33 in.) | 11.20 cm (4.41 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Independent | Independent |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 RPM | 540 RPM |
| Rated RPM | 41.8 kW (2300 RPM56.0 HP) | 2200 RPM |
| Compression Ratio | 17.4:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Battery | 12 V, Group 28H, CCA 700A or 950A | 12 V |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 229.0 cm (90.2 in.) | — |
| Wheelbase | 195.0 cm (76.8 in.) | 196.0 cm (77.2 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 42.0 cm (16.5 in.) | 43.0 cm (16.9 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85.0 l (22.5 gal) | 49.2 l (13.0 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 7.5 l (2.0 gal) | 6.6 l (1.7 gal) |
| Coolant Capacity | 9.5 l (2.5 gal) | 10.4 l (2.7 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 32.2 l (8.5 gal) | — |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 32.2 l (8.5 gal) | — |
| Transmission Model | SyncReverser | — |
| Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD | 4×2 2WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 10.2 km/h (Forward: 18.5 MPH (29.7 km/h) Reverse: 6.3 MPH) | 11.6 km/h (Forward: 15.0 MPH (24.1 km/h) Reverse: 7.2 MPH) |
| Brakes | Differential mechanical wet disc | Mechanical wet disc |
| Drawbar Category | II | I |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station with two-post ROPS | Open operator station or Cab |
| Steering Type | Hydrostatic power | Power |
| Front Tires | Ag: 7.5-16 , 9.5-24 | Ag: 7.50-16 |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 14.9-28 | Ag: 14.9-28 |
| Hydraulic Type | Open center | — |
| Total Flow | 24.6 LPM (6.5 GPM) | — |
| Steering Flow | 65.9 LPM (17.4 GPM) | — |
| Working Pressure | 193.1 bar (2800.0 psi) | — |
| Valves | 4 | — |
| Lift Capacity | — | 1395.0 kg (3075.4 lbs) |
| Torque Power | — | 1600 RPM |
| Torque Speed | — | 187.1 N·m (138.0 lb-ft) |
| Differential Lock | — | Mechanical rear |
Values come from the manufacturer-sourced model files; empty cells mean the property is not published for that model. No performance ranking is applied.