E.g. “Yamaha Kodiak”, “Can-Am Outlander”, “Kawasaki Brute Force”
3 of 3 selected:
Can-Am Outlander XT-P 1000R×
Suzuki Vinson 500 4x4 Semi-Automatic×
Yamaha Grizzly EPS SE×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
976 / 59.5
493cc / 30.1
686 / 41.86
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 976 / 59.5 ✓ | 493cc / 30.1 | 686 / 41.86 |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Bash Plate (Rear) | No | Yes | Yes |
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| Body Material | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic |
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| Brush Guard | Yes | No | Yes |
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| CV Boot Cover | Yes | – | Yes |
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| Floor Board Location | Driver | Driver | Driver |
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| Foot Peg Location | Driver | – | Driver |
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| Bash Plate (Front) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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| Folding Foot Pegs | No | No | No |
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| Front Bumper | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Front Fender | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Front Stabilizer Bar | Yes | – | No |
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| Full Length Skid Plate | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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| Hand Grips | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Hand Guards | Yes | – | – |
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| Frame | Steel | Steel | Steel |
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| Colours |
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| Metallic | No | No | No |
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| Lighting |
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| Halogen Headlights | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Headlights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Material | Vinyl | Vinyl | Vinyl |
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| Seat Type | One-Piece | One-Piece | One-Piece |
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| Seat Adjustable | No | No | No |
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| Towing |
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| Tow Hook | Standard | – | Standard |
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| Rear Hitch | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Towing Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 750 / 1650 ✓ | – | 599.7 / 1322 |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Digital Instrumentation | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Trip Odometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Clock | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Fuel Level Warning Type | Gauge | Gauge | Gauge |
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| Hour Meter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Speedometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Tachometer | Standard | – | – |
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| Temperature Warning Type | Light | – | Light |
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| Lighting |
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| Lighting | Halogen | Halogen | LED |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Handlebar Pads | Standard | – | – |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Location | Driver | Driver | Driver |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Light Guard | Yes | No | No |
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| Radiator Guard | No | Yes | No |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Front Rack | – | Standard | – |
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| Rear Rack | – | Standard | – |
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| Storage |
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| Fender Storage Location | – | Front and Rear | Front |
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| Lighting |
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| Other Lights | – | Standard | – |
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| Colours |
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| Colors | – | Red, Green, Black | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Front Fender Flairs | – | Standard | – |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Number Of Speeds | – | 5 ✓ | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Rear Fender Flairs | – | Standard | – |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Transmission Make | – | – | UltraMatic |
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| Driveline Make | – | – | On-Command |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tube / Tubeless | – | – | Tubeless |
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| Lighting |
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| Fog Lights | – | – | Standard |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Decal Kit | – | – | Standard |
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| Rear Stabilizer Bar | – | – | Yes |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Kill Switch Tether Cord | – | – | Standard |
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| Lubrication | – | Wet sump | – |
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| Carborator Count | – | 1 ✓ | – |
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| Carburetor Size MM | – | 36 ✓ | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Rear Bumper | Standard | – | – |
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| Rear Fender | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Shock Cover | No | – | No |
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| Winch |
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| Winch Make | Warn | – | – |
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| Roller Fairlead | Standard | – | – |
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| Steering |
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| Steering Type | Power | Manual | Power |
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| Steering Make | Dynamic Power Steering (DPS) | – | Electronic Power Steering (EPS) |
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| Performance |
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| Power Output(hp in Kw) | 67.9 | – | – |
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| Horsepower Brake hp | 91 ✓ | – | – |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Manufacturer Country | Canada | Japan | Japan |
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| Recommend Minimum Age | 16 | 16 | 16 |
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| Parent Company | Can-Am | Suzuki | Yamaha |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Detail | – | 493cc, SOHC, four-stroke, single cylinder, liquid-cooled ✓ | – |
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| Compression Ratio | – | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
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| Fuel System Brand | – | Keihin | Mikuni |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Power Outlet | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Seats |
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| Number Of Seats | 1 | 1 | 1 |
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| Seat Height (mm / in.) | 877 / 34.5 | 860 / 33.9 ✓ | 917 / 36.1 |
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| Storage |
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| Storage Capacity (l) | 21.58 | 7.50 | – |
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| Brakes |
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| Brakes Rear | Hydraulic Disc | Single hydraulic disc | Dual Hydraulic Disc |
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| Rear Brake Diameter (mm / in.) | 214 / 8.4 | 216 / 8.5 ✓ | – |
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| Suspension |
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| Front Suspension | Double A-Arm | Independent, double A-arm, oil-damped, five preload settings | Independent Double Wishbone |
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| Front Suspension Make | Fox Podium | – | – |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Front) | Yes | – | – |
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| Suspension - Front Travel (mm / in.) | 234 / 9.2 ✓ | 180.3 / 7.1 | 193 / 7.6 |
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| Brakes |
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| Front Brake Diameter (mm / in.) | 214 / 8.4 ✓ | 190 / 7.5 | – |
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| Suspension |
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| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | No | Yes | Yes |
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| Suspension Rear | Independent | Swingarm-type, oil-damped, five preload settings | Independent Double Wishbone |
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| Suspension Rear - Make | Trailing Torsional Independent (TTI) | – | – |
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| Suspension Rear - Material | Steel | – | Steel |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Rear) | No | No | – |
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| Swing Arm Skid Plate | No | – | No |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | 251 / 9.9 ✓ | 200.7 / 7.9 | 231 / 9.1 |
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| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No | No |
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| Brakes |
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| Brakes Front | Dual Hydraulic Disc | Dual hydraulic disc | Dual Hydraulic Disc |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Speed Governor | No | – | No |
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| Ignition | Electric | CDI (Electric) | Electric |
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| Engine Valves | SOHC | SOHC (Single Overhead Cam) | SOHC |
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| Valve Configuration | 4-valves | 4-valves | 4-valves |
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| Total Valves | 8 ✓ | 4 | 4 |
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| Engine Type | 4-Stroke | four-stroke | 4-Stroke |
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| Engine Cooling | Liquid | liquid-cooled | Liquid |
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| Engine Cylinders | V Twin | single cylinder | Single-Cylinder |
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| Engine Braking | Standard | – | Standard |
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| Engine Make | Rotax | – | – |
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| Engine Immobilizer | Digitally Encoded Security System (DESS) | – | – |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | 1.18 | 0.82 | 0.94 |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | 91mm x 75mm | 87.5 X 82.0mm | 102mm x 84mm ✓ |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | 3.59in. x 2.95in. | 3.45in. x 3.23 in. | 4.02in. x 3.31in. |
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| Fuel System | Fuel Injected | Keihin CVK36 ✓ | Fuel Injected |
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| Fuel Injector Size MM | 46 ✓ | – | 44 |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
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| Suspension |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No | No |
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| Rear Adjustable Shock Spring Pre-Load | No | Yes | Yes |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | 2 | 2 | 2 |
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| Air Adjustable | No | – | No |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Front Tire Diameter (in) | 26 | 25 | 26 |
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| Front Tire Width (in) | 8 | 8 | 8 |
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| Front Rim Diameter (in) | 14 ✓ | 12 | 12 |
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| Tires Rear | ITP Terracross 26 X 10-14 | AT 25 x 10-12 | Maxxis AT26 x 10 - 12 MU06Y |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 26 | 25 | 26 |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | 10 | 10 | 10 |
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| Rear Rim Diameter (in) | 14 ✓ | 12 | 12 |
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| Rim Material | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum |
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| Rear Solid Axle | No | Yes | No |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.) | 20.5 / 5.4 | 19.0 / 5.0 | 18.2 / 4.8 |
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| Storage |
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| Storage Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 45 / 100 ✓ | – | 49.9 / 110 |
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| Front Storage Well | Standard | – | – |
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| Rear Storage Well | Standard | – | – |
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| Storage Capacity (Cu. ft) | 0.76 | 0.26 | – |
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| Storage Capacity (gal) | 5.7 | 1.98 | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tires Front | ITP Terracross 26 X 8-14 | AT 25 x 8-12 | Maxxis AT26 x 8 - 12 MU05Y |
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| Steering |
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| Turning Circle | – | – | 12.2 |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tire Make | ITP | Dunlop | Maxxis |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Hi / Low Range | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Length (mm / in.) | Unknown / 86.04 | 2095 / 82.5 | 2070 / 81.48 ✓ |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 1219 / 48 | 1170 / 46.1 ✓ | 1229 / 48.4 |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1257 / 49.5 | 1235 / 48.6 ✓ | 1252 / 49.3 |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 279 / 11 | 250 / 9.8 | 287 / 11.3 ✓ |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1295 / 51 | 1270 / 50 | 1250 / 49.2 ✓ |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | 375 / 826 | 274 / 604 ✓ | – |
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| Wet Weight (Lbs. / Kg) | 3000/1361 | – | 728 / 330.2 ✓ |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable (CVT) | 5-speed with reverse and 2-speed subtransmission, 2WD/4WD front differential ✓ | Continuously Variable (CVT) |
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| Final Drive | Selectable 4X2 / 4X4 | Shaft drive | Selectable 4X2 / 4X4 |
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| Drive line Modes | 2 | 2 | 2 |
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| Primary Drive Engine / Transmission | Belt | Gear | Belt |
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| Primary Drive - Front Wheels | Shaft | Shaft | Shaft |
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| Limited Slip Diff Location | Front | Front | Front |
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| Diff Lock Location | Front | – | Front |
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| Diff Lock Make | ViscoLok | – | – |
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| Reverse | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Warranty Info | – | – | 6 Limited ✓ |
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Clear all & start over
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (976cc)
- Highest rated towing capacity (750kg)
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Independent rear suspension — improved handling on uneven ground
✗ Cons
- Heavier than the 2006 Suzuki Vinson 500 4x4 Semi-Automatic
✓ Pros
- Lightest of the group — easier to manoeuvre
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Disc brakes front and rear — strong stopping power
- Lower seat height — more accessible for shorter riders
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2020 Can-Am Outlander XT-P 1000R
✓ Pros
- Best ground clearance — handles rough terrain well
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Independent rear suspension — improved handling on uneven ground
- Disc brakes front and rear — strong stopping power
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2020 Can-Am Outlander XT-P 1000R
Comparing 2020 Can-Am Outlander XT-P 1000R vs 2006 Suzuki Vinson 500 4x4 Semi-Automatic vs 2020 Yamaha Grizzly EPS SE — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2020 Can-Am Outlander XT-P 1000R has the largest displacement at 976cc, making it the most powerful in this comparison. A larger engine generally means more torque for towing and off-road work.
Which quad is the lightest?
The 2006 Suzuki Vinson 500 4x4 Semi-Automatic is the lightest at 274kg (dry weight). A lighter quad is easier to manoeuvre on trails and simpler to recover if stuck.
Which is best for farm work and towing?
For heavy farm use the 2020 Can-Am Outlander XT-P 1000R has the highest towing capacity at 750kg. For general farm duties any quad with 4WD and a towing rating above 400kg is suitable for light implements, spray rigs and game-reserve work.
Which has the better suspension?
Independent front suspension (A-Arm or IFS) absorbs bumps better than solid-axle designs and improves handling on uneven terrain. Check the Suspension category in the full table above to compare front and rear travel for each model.
Which is the easiest to ride?
CVT automatic transmission is easiest for beginners — there is no gear-changing or clutch to manage. A lower seat height also makes a quad more accessible for shorter riders. Check the Transmission and Seat Height rows in the table above.
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