Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): riding tractor engine comparison, briggs and stratton, engine comparison
QuestionI am looking for your opinion on which of the following two engines are better built, more durable and less problematic, the Kohler Courage V-twin vs. the Briggs and Stratton Vanguard V-twin.
AnswerI think they're pretty much equal. The Briggs parts are usually a little cheaper by a couple of dollars. Either of them will do a good job as long as they're kept clean, have the oil and all filters changed regularly and the maintenance schedules are followed.
I wouldn't use either commercially. For that I prefer Kawasaki's and Honda's engines.