Skupk may be right. After 10 years I wish I had a garden vs lawn tractor because I cannot pull a lite plow. You might be surprised what develops downline. In 2004 I had no idea there was a difference, believing it to be just nomenclature. But the garden tractors have better axles, trans and frame even though the same engines. My dyt 4000 cost $1850 in 2004, so I suppose $2000 now. The Craftsman garden at sears is $3060 with the vangard ( commercial) and the Husqy is $3300 with limited slip diff. Since I cannot get anyone to plow a 1/3 acre I have it is frustrating to look back. Live and learn.