E.g. “Yamaha Kodiak”, “Can-Am Outlander”, “Kawasaki Brute Force”
2 of 3 selected:
Arctic Cat 150 2x4×
Can-Am DS 90 X×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
149cc / 9.09
90cc / 5.49
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Detail | SOHC, 4-stroke, 2-valve | 4-stroke, single, 2-valve |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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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 | Plastic |
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| Bash Plate (Rear) | No | No |
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| Bash Plate (Front) | Yes | Yes |
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| Colours |
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| Metallic | No | 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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| Instrumentation |
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| Temperature Warning Type | Gauge | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Folding Foot Pegs | No | No |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Speedometer | Standard | – |
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| Fuel Level Warning Type | Gauge | – |
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| Clock | Standard | – |
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| Trip Odometer | Standard | – |
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| Digital Instrumentation | Standard | – |
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| Towing |
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| Towing Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 136 / 300 ✓ | – |
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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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| Storage |
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| Storage Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 11.3 / 25 | – |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Hour Meter | Standard | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Frame | Steel | Steel |
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| Front Bumper | Standard | Standard |
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| Front Fender Flairs | Standard | – |
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| Handlebar Pads | – | Standard |
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| Foot Peg Location | – | Driver |
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| Decal Kit | – | Standard |
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| Comfort |
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| Adjustable Throttle | – | Standard |
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| Lighting |
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| Other Lights | – | Standard |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Height (mm / in.) | – | 685 / 27 ✓ |
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| Storage |
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| Front Storage Well | – | Standard |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Kill Switch Tether Cord | – | Standard |
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| Carborator Count | – | 1 ✓ |
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| Fuel System Brand | – | Keihin |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Parent Company | Arctic Cat | Can-Am |
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| Recommend Minimum Age | 14 ✓ | 12 |
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| Manufacturer Country | USA | Canada |
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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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| Shock Cover | No | No |
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| Rear Stabilizer Bar | No | No |
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| Rear Fender Flairs | 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 Guards | No | No |
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| Hand Grips | Standard | Standard |
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| Full Length Skid Plate | No | No |
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| Front Stabilizer Bar | No | – |
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| Front Fender | Standard | Standard |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Rack Capacity Rear (Kg / Lbs.) | 23 / 50 ✓ | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Nerf Bars | – | Standard |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Rack Capacity Front (Kg / Lbs.) | 11 / 25 ✓ | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Solid Axle | Yes | Yes |
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| Suspension |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Rear) | No | No |
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| Suspension Rear - Material | Steel | Steel |
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| Suspension Rear | Swing arm; 3.5 in. (8.9 cm) travel | Swingarm; 6.3 in. (160 mm) travel |
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| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No |
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| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | Yes | No |
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| Suspension - Front Travel (mm / in.) | 89 / 3.5 | 178 / 7 ✓ |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Front) | No | No |
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| Front Suspension | Single A-arm; 3.5 in. (8.9 cm) travel | Independent A-arm; 3.4 in. (86 mm) travel |
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| Brakes |
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| Brakes Rear | Hydraulic disc | Drum |
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| Brakes Front | Drum | Double drum |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Speed Governor | Yes | Yes |
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| Suspension |
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| Swing Arm Skid Plate | No | No |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Ignition | Electric / Pull | Electric / Kick |
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| Fuel System | Carburetor | Carburetor |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | 2.44in. x 1.95in. | 1.95in. x 1.89in. |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | 62mm x 49.5mm ✓ | 49.5mm x 48mm |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | 0.45 | 0.37 |
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| Engine Cylinders | Single-Cylinder | Single-Cylinder |
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| Engine Cooling | Air / Oil-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-valve | 2-valves |
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| Engine Valves | SOHC | OHV |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 149cc / 9.09 ✓ | 90cc / 5.49 |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
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| Suspension |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | 89 / 3.5 | 229 / 9 ✓ |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No |
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| Rear Adjustable Shock Spring Pre-Load | Yes | No |
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| Tires and Rims |
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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) | 10 | 10 |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 22 ✓ | 18 |
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| Tires Rear | 22 x 10-8 ✓ | 18 x 9.5 x 8 in. (483 x 241 x 203 mm) |
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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) | 22 ✓ | 19 |
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| Tires Front | 20 x 7-8 ✓ | 19 x 7 x 8 in. (482.6 x 178 x 203 mm) |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Reverse | Yes | Yes |
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| Hi / Low Range | Yes | No |
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| Primary Drive - Rear Wheels | Chain | Chain |
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| Primary Drive Engine / Transmission | Belt | Belt |
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| Drive line Modes | 1 | 1 |
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| Final Drive | 4X2 | 4X2 |
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| Transmission Make | Duramatic | – |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable (CVT) | Continuously Variable (CVT) |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | 151.5 / 334 | 111 / 245 ✓ |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1137.9 / 44.8 | 1000 / 39.4 ✓ |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 195.6 / 7.7 | 211 / 8.3 ✓ |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1006 / 39.6 | 935 / 36.8 ✓ |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 996 / 39.2 | 904 / 35.6 ✓ |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 1626 / 64 | 1519 / 59.8 ✓ |
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| Suspension |
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| Air Adjustable | No | No |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | 1 | 1 |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.) | 8 / 2.11 ✓ | 6 / 1.6 |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Rear Bumper | – | Standard |
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Clear all & start over
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (149cccc)
- Highest rated towing capacity (136kg)
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- CVT automatic transmission — easy to ride, no gear-changing
✗ Cons
- Heavier than the 2008 Can-Am DS 90 X
- Drum brakes on front — less stopping power than disc
- 2WD only — less traction off-road than 4WD alternatives
✓ Pros
- Lightest of the group — easier to manoeuvre
- Best ground clearance — handles rough terrain well
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- CVT automatic transmission — easy to ride, no gear-changing
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2009 Arctic Cat 150 2x4
- 2WD only — less traction off-road than 4WD alternatives
Comparing 2009 Arctic Cat 150 2x4 vs 2008 Can-Am DS 90 X — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2009 Arctic Cat 150 2x4 has the largest displacement at 149cccc, 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 2008 Can-Am DS 90 X is the lightest at 111kg (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 2009 Arctic Cat 150 2x4 has the highest towing capacity at 136kg. 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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