AK-47 vs Sour Diesel: Complete Strain Comparison
Looking for a detailed comparison between AK-47 and Sour Diesel? Whether you are a consumer choosing your next purchase or a grower planning your next harvest, this side-by-side guide covers everything you need to know.
Quick Overview
- AK-47: Sativa dominant (Colombian × Mexican × Thai × Afghani) – THC: 20-22% – Relaxing, uplifting, creative, euphoric
- Sour Diesel: Sativa dominant (70% Sativa / 30% Indica) – THC: 19-25% – Energetic, euphoric, uplifting, talkative
Effects Comparison
AK-47 is known for its Relaxing, uplifting, creative, euphoric effects, making it popular among users looking for PTSD, anxiety, depression, pain. Sour Diesel on the other hand delivers Energetic, euphoric, uplifting, talkative effects, commonly used for Depression, fatigue, stress, pain.
Flavor & Aroma
AK-47 offers Earth, floral, sandalwood, sour, while Sour Diesel is characterized by Diesel, citrus, skunky, earth.
Growing Guide
AK-47 flowers in 8-9 weeks, reaching 100-150 cm (indoor) / up to 200 cm (outdoor) with an indoor yield of 350-450 g/m². Sour Diesel flowers in 10-11 weeks, growing to 120-180 cm (indoor) / up to 200 cm (outdoor) with an indoor yield of 450-550 g/m².
Awards
- AK-47: Cannabis Cup 1992, 1999; High Times Top 10
- Sour Diesel: High Times Top 25 Strains of All Time
Full Comparison Table
| Property |
AK-47Hybrid THC
20-22% CBD
1.5% |
Sour DieselSativa THC
19-25% CBD
< 1% |
|---|---|---|
| 🧬 Genetics | Sativa dominant (Colombian × Mexican × Thai × Afghani) | Sativa dominant (70% Sativa / 30% Indica) |
| 🌍 Origin | Netherlands (Serious Seeds) 1992 | USA – New York (Chemdawg 91 × Super Skunk) |
| 🌸 Flowering Type | Photoperiod | Photoperiod |
| 📅 Flowering Period | 8-9 weeks | 10-11 weeks |
| 📏 Height | 100-150 cm (indoor) / up to 200 cm (outdoor) | 120-180 cm (indoor) / up to 200 cm (outdoor) |
| 🏠 Yield (Indoor) | 350-450 g/m² | 450-550 g/m² |
| 🌿 Yield (Outdoor) | 500 g/plant | 600 g/plant |
| 🍂 Harvest (Outdoor) | Mid-season (October) | Late (October – November) |
| ⚙️ Grow Difficulty | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★☆☆ |
| 🍄 Mold Resistance | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★☆☆ |
| ✨ Effect | Relaxing, uplifting, creative, euphoric | Energetic, euphoric, uplifting, talkative |
| 👃 Flavor & Aroma | Earth, floral, sandalwood, sour | Diesel, citrus, skunky, earth |
| 🏆 Awards | Cannabis Cup 1992, 1999; High Times Top 10 | High Times Top 25 Strains of All Time |
| 🏥 Medical Use | PTSD, anxiety, depression, pain | Depression, fatigue, stress, pain |