E.g. “Yamaha Kodiak”, “Can-Am Outlander”, “Kawasaki Brute Force”
2 of 3 selected:
Can-Am DS 90×
Arctic Cat 90 2x4×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
89 / 5.4
90cc / 5.49
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 89 / 5.4 | 90cc / 5.49 ✓ |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Frame | Steel | Steel |
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| Folding Foot Pegs | No | No |
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| Floor Board Location | Driver | Driver |
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| CV Boot Cover | No | No |
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| Brush Guard | No | No |
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| Body Material | Plastic | – |
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| Bash Plate (Rear) | No | No |
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| Bash Plate (Front) | No | Yes |
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| Colours |
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| Metallic | No | – |
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| Lighting |
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| Halogen Headlights | Standard | – |
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| Headlights | Standard | – |
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| Lighting | Halogen | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Front Bumper | Standard | Standard |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Temperature Warning Type | Light | – |
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| Service Reminder | Standard | – |
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| Hour Meter | Standard | – |
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| Fuel Level Warning Type | Gauge | – |
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| Clock | Standard | – |
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| Trip Odometer | No | – |
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| Trip Computer | No | – |
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| Digital Instrumentation | Standard | – |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Adjustable | No | No |
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| Seat Type | One-Piece | One-Piece |
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| Seat Material | Vinyl | Vinyl |
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| Seat Location | Driver | Driver |
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| Number Of Seats | 1 | 1 |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Speedometer | Standard | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Front Fender Flairs | Standard | Standard |
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| Front Fender | Standard | Standard |
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| Front Stabilizer Bar | No | No |
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| Rear Bumper | – | Standard |
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| Handlebar Pads | – | Standard |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Rim Width (in) | – | 7 ✓ |
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| Front Rim Width (in) | – | 5.5 |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Primary Drive - Rear Wheels | – | Chain |
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| Suspension |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | – | 1 ✓ |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | – | 74 / 2.9 ✓ |
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| Suspension Rear - Material | – | Steel |
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| Suspension - Front Travel (mm / in.) | – | 71 / 2.8 ✓ |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Speed Governor | – | Yes |
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| Carborator Count | – | 1 ✓ |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | – | 0.34 |
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| Engine Detail | – | SOHC 4-stroke 2-valve ✓ |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Warranty Info | 12-month limited warranty ✓ | – |
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| Parent Company | BRP | Arctic Cat |
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| Recommend Minimum Age | 6 | 12 ✓ |
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| Manufacturer Country | Canada | USA |
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| Steering |
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| Steering Type | Manual | Manual |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Snorkel Air Intake | No | – |
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| Shock Cover | No | No |
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| Rear Stabilizer Bar | No | No |
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| Rear Fender Flairs | Standard | Standard |
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| Rear Fender | Standard | Standard |
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| Radiator Guard | No | No |
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| Light Guard | No | No |
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| Hand Grips | Standard | Standard |
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| Full Length Skid Plate | No | – |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Height (mm / in.) | 650 / 25.6 ✓ | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Safety Flag | – | Standard |
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| Storage |
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| Storage Capacity (l) | 9.46 | – |
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| Storage Capacity (Cu. ft) | 0.33 | – |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 708 / 27.9 ✓ | 963 / 37.9 |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 900 / 35.4 | 876 / 34.5 ✓ |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 1405 / 55.3 ✓ | 1467 / 57.75 |
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| Suspension |
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| Rear Adjustable Shock Spring Pre-Load | No | Yes |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No |
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| Swing Arm Skid Plate | No | No |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Rear) | No | No |
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| Suspension Rear | Swingarm coil spring oil damped | Swing arm; 2.9 in. travel |
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| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No |
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| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | No | Yes |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Front) | Yes | No |
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| Front Suspension | Independent double A-arm coil spring oil damped | Single a-arm; 2.8 in. travel |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 140 / 5.5 ✓ | 121.9 / 4.8 |
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| Brakes |
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| Brakes Rear | Drum brake | Hydraulic disc |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Ignition | CDI Electronic | Electric / Kick |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
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| Fuel System | Carburetor | Carburetor |
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| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | – |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | 1.89in. x 1.95in. | 1.85in. x 2.04in. |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | 48.0mm x 49.5mm | 47mm x 51.8mm ✓ |
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| Engine Cylinders | Single-Cylinder | Single-Cylinder |
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| Engine Cooling | Air-cooled | Air / Oil-Cooled |
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| Engine Type | 4-Stroke | 4-stroke |
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| Total Valves | 2 | 2 |
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| Valve Configuration | 2-valves | 2-valve |
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| Engine Valves | SOHC | SOHC |
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| Brakes |
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| Brakes Front | Drum brakes | Drum |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 925 / 36.4 ✓ | 975.4 / 38.4 |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | 82 / 180 ✓ | 120.2 / 265 |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Transmission | Automatic V-belt with centrifugal clutch | Continuously Variable (CVT) |
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| Storage |
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| Rear Storage Well | Standard | – |
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| Front Storage Well | Standard | – |
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| Fender Storage Location | Front | – |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Rear Rack | Standard | – |
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| Front Rack | Standard | – |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.) | 2.0 / 0.5 | 5 / 1.45 ✓ |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Solid Axle | No | Yes |
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| Rim Material | Steel | Aluminum |
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| Rear Rim Diameter (in) | 8 | 8 |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | 7 ✓ | 8 |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 19 | 19 |
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| Tires Rear | AT19 x 7-8 | 19 x 8-8 |
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| Front Rim Diameter (in) | 8 | 8 |
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| Front Tire Width (in) | 7 | 7 |
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| Front Tire Diameter (in) | 19 | 20 ✓ |
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| Tires Front | AT19 x 7-8 | 20 x 7-8 ✓ |
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| Tube / Tubeless | Tubed | – |
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| Tire Make | Dunlop | – |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Reverse | No | No |
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| Hi / Low Range | No | No |
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| Diff Lock Location | NULL | – |
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| Limited Slip Diff Location | NULL | – |
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| Primary Drive - Front Wheels | NULL | – |
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| Primary Drive Engine / Transmission | Chain | – |
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| Drive line Modes | 2WD ✓ | 1 |
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| Final Drive | Chain | 4X2 ✓ |
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| Transmission Make | Can-Am | Duramatic |
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| Storage |
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| Storage Capacity (gal) | 2.5 | – |
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| Steering |
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| Turning Circle | – | 13 ✓ |
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Clear all & start over
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- Lightest of the group — easier to manoeuvre
- Best ground clearance — handles rough terrain well
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Lower seat height — more accessible for shorter riders
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2006 Arctic Cat 90 2x4
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (90cccc)
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- CVT automatic transmission — easy to ride, no gear-changing
✗ Cons
- Heavier than the 2025 Can-Am DS 90
- Drum brakes on front — less stopping power than disc
- 2WD only — less traction off-road than 4WD alternatives
Comparing 2025 Can-Am DS 90 vs 2006 Arctic Cat 90 2x4 — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2006 Arctic Cat 90 2x4 has the largest displacement at 90cccc, 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 2025 Can-Am DS 90 is the lightest at 82kg (dry weight). A lighter quad is easier to manoeuvre on trails and simpler to recover if stuck.
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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