Mahindra 575 DI vs Massey Ferguson 244 DI SONA — Which is Better? 2026

Side-by-side comparison of the Mahindra 575 DI (₹ 6.84 Lakh – ₹ 7.14 Lakh) and Massey Ferguson 244 DI SONA (Price on request): HP, engine, hydraulics, price and Aglist Score.

Mahindra 575 DI Massey Ferguson 244 DI SONA
Aglist Score8.17.1
Price (ex-showroom)₹6,83,944—
Engine HP4544
PTO HP41.8—
Engine capacity2,9792,500
Cylinders43
Gearbox8 Forward + 2 Reverse10 Forward + 2 Reverse
Transmission typePartial Constant Mesh / Full Constant Mesh / SLIPTOPartial constant mesh
BrakesOil Immersed BrakesMulti-disc oil-immersed brakes
SteeringMechanical / Power Steering (optional)Manual; power steering optional
Lifting capacity2,000 kg—
Fuel tank50 litres55 litres
Weight1,860 kg1,950 kg
Wheelbase1,945 mm1,935 mm
Drive2WD—
Warranty6 years—
Front tyre6.00 x 16 / 7.50 x 166 x 16
Rear tyre13.6 x 28 / 14.9 x 2813.6 x 28

Aglist Score — broken down

Mahindra 575 DIMassey Ferguson 244 DI SONA
Value for money5.3—
Power & performance83.9
Hydraulics & implements10—
Build & durability109.7
Comfort & usability6.87.4
Warranty & service reach9.78.5

Our verdict

Verdict by the Aglist editorial desk

On our score the Mahindra 575 DI (8.1/10) edges out the Massey Ferguson 244 DI SONA (7.1/10).

Mahindra 575 DI: The farmer replacing an old 575 who values easy repairs and resale over a modern gearbox.

Massey Ferguson 244 DI SONA: Buyers choosing a 44 HP package by steering needs, implement working speed and measured access.

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