John Deere 5105 vs Sonalika DI 35 2WD — Which is Better? 2026

Side-by-side comparison of the John Deere 5105 (₹ 6.53 Lakh – ₹ 7.07 Lakh) and Sonalika DI 35 2WD (Price on request): HP, engine, hydraulics, price and Aglist Score.

John Deere 5105 Sonalika DI 35 2WD
Aglist Score78.1
Price (ex-showroom)₹6,52,642—
Engine HP4039
PTO HP34—
Engine capacity2,9002,780
Cylinders33
Gearbox8 Forward + 4 Reverse8F + 2R
Transmission typeCollarshiftSliding mesh, centre shift; single / dual clutch
BrakesOil Immersed Disc BrakesDry / oil-immersed options
SteeringPower SteeringMechanical / power options
Lifting capacity1,600 kg2,000 kg
Fuel tank60 litres55 litres
Weight1,810 kg—
Wheelbase1,970 mm—
Drive2WD2WD
Warranty5 years / 5000 hours—
Front tyre6.00 x 166 x 16
Rear tyre13.6 x 2813.6 x 28

Aglist Score — broken down

John Deere 5105Sonalika DI 35 2WD
Value for money4.6—
Power & performance6.78.8
Hydraulics & implements8.510
Build & durability9.36.4
Comfort & usability6.86.8
Warranty & service reach7.98

Our verdict

Verdict by the Aglist editorial desk

On our score the Sonalika DI 35 2WD (8.1/10) edges out the John Deere 5105 (7.0/10).

John Deere 5105: Small and mid farms wanting a long-life 40 HP for cultivator, seed drill and light haulage work.

Sonalika DI 35 2WD: Buyers comparing a conventional 2WD utility tractor with clearly specified clutch, steering and brakes.

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