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2 of 3 selected:
Arctic Cat DVX 400×
Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
398cc / 24.29
493cc / 30.08
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Detail | DOHC 4-Stroke 4-Valve | SOHC 4-Stroke 4-Valve |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Rear Bumper | Standard | – |
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| Radiator Guard | No | Yes |
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| Hand Grips | Standard | Standard |
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| Front Fender | Standard | Standard |
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| Front Bumper | Standard | Standard |
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| Frame | Steel | Steel |
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| Folding Foot Pegs | No | No |
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| Foot Peg Location | Driver | – |
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| Decal Kit | Standard | – |
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| CV Boot Cover | No | Yes |
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| Brush Guard | No | Yes |
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| Body Material | Plastic | Plastic |
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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 | Standard |
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| Headlights | Standard | Standard |
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| Lighting | Halogen | Halogen |
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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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| Tool Bag Mount | Standard | – |
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| Underseat Storage | Standard | Standard |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.) | 10 / 2.6 | 25 / 6.5 ✓ |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Rear Fender | Standard | Standard |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Solid Axle | No | No |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Rear Stabilizer Bar | No | – |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Manufacturer Country | USA | USA |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Front Fender Flairs | – | Standard |
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| Floor Board Location | – | Driver |
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| Bash Plate (Rear) | – | Yes |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Speedometer | – | Standard |
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| Hour Meter | – | Standard |
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| Fuel Level Warning | – | Standard |
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| Clock | – | Standard |
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| Trip Odometer | – | Standard |
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| Trip Computer | – | Standard |
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| Digital Instrumentation | – | Standard |
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| Towing |
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| Towing Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 476 / 1050 ✓ |
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| Tow Hook | – | Standard |
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| Storage |
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| Glove Box / Dashboard Storage | – | Standard |
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| Storage Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 45.4 / 100 |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Rack Capacity Rear (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 91 / 200 ✓ |
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| Rack Capacity Front (Kg / Lbs.) | – | 45 / 100 ✓ |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tire Make | – | Carlisle Badlands |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Diff Lock Location | – | Front |
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| Primary Drive - Front Wheels | – | Shaft |
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| Transmission Make | – | Duramatic |
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| Suspension |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Front) | – | Yes |
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| Brakes |
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| Linked Brake System Front to Rear | – | Standard |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Braking | – | Standard |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Parent Company | Arctic Cat | Arctic Cat |
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| Recommend Minimum Age | 16 | 16 |
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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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| Full Length Skid Plate | – | Yes |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rim Material | Aluminum | Steel |
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| Rear Rim Diameter (in) | 9 | 12 ✓ |
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| Suspension |
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| Suspension Rear | Swing arm; 9 in. travel ✓ | Fully Independent Suspension, Travel 10.0 in. |
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| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | Yes | No |
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| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | Yes | Yes |
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| Suspension - Front Travel (mm / in.) | 216 / 8.5 | 254 / 10 ✓ |
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| Front Suspension | Double a-arm; 8.5 in. travel | Double A-Arm, Travel 10.0 in. |
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| Brakes |
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| Rear Brake Diameter (mm / in.) | 218.4 / 8.6 | – |
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| Brakes Rear | Hydraulic disc | Hydraulic Disc |
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| Front Brake Diameter (mm / in.) | 175.3 / 6.9 | – |
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| Brakes Front | Hydraulic disc | Hydraulic Disc |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Ignition | Electric | Electric / Pull |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
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| Carborator Count | 1 ✓ | – |
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| Carburetor Size MM | 37 ✓ | – |
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| Fuel System Brand | Mikuni | – |
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| Fuel System | Carburetor | Carburetor |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | 3.55in. x 2.47in. | 3.45in. x 3.23in. |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | 90.0mm x 62.6mm | 87.5mm x 82mm |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | 1.07 | 0.71 |
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| Engine Cylinders | Single-Cylinder | Single-Cylinder |
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| Engine Cooling | Liquid-Cooled with fan | Liquid-Cooled with fan |
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| Engine Type | 4-Stroke | 4-Stroke |
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| Total Valves | 4 | 4 |
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| Valve Configuration | 4-Valve | 4-Valve |
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| Engine Valves | DOHC | SOHC |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 398cc / 24.29 | 493cc / 30.08 ✓ |
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| Suspension |
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| Suspension Rear - Material | Aluminum | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Rim Width (in) | 8 | 8 |
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| Suspension |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Rear) | No | Yes |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | 231 / 9.1 | 254 / 10 ✓ |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | 10 ✓ | 11 |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 20 | 25 ✓ |
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| Tires Rear | 20 x 10-9 | 25 X 11-12 ✓ |
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| Front Rim Width (in) | 5.5 | 6.5 |
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| Front Rim Diameter (in) | 10 | 12 ✓ |
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| Front Tire Width (in) | 7 ✓ | 8 |
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| Front Tire Diameter (in) | 22 | 25 ✓ |
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| Tires Front | 22 x 7-10 | 25 X 8-12 ✓ |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Reverse | Yes | Yes |
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| Number Of Speeds | 5 ✓ | – |
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| Hi / Low Range | No | Yes |
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| Primary Drive - Rear Wheels | Chain | – |
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| Primary Drive Engine / Transmission | Chain | – |
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| Drive line Modes | 1 | 2 ✓ |
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| Final Drive | 4X2 | Selectable 4X2 / 4X4 |
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| Transmission | Manual | Continuously Variable (CVT) |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | 169 / 372 ✓ | 316.2 / 697 |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1245 / 49 ✓ | 1270 / 50 |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 264.2 / 10.4 | 304.8 / 12 |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1161 / 45.7 ✓ | 1252 / 49.3 |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 1166 / 45.9 ✓ | 1207 / 47.5 |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 1829 / 72.0 ✓ | 2154 / 84.8 |
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| Suspension |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | 1 | 2 ✓ |
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| Rear Adjustable Shock Spring Pre-Load | Yes | Yes |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | Yes | No |
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| Swing Arm Skid Plate | No | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Rear Fender Flairs | – | Standard |
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Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- Lightest of the group — easier to manoeuvre
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Disc brakes front and rear — strong stopping power
- Manual gearbox — greater control in technical terrain
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2005 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic
- 2WD only — less traction off-road than 4WD alternatives
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (493cccc)
- Highest rated towing capacity (476kg)
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Independent rear suspension — improved handling on uneven ground
✗ Cons
- Heavier than the 2006 Arctic Cat DVX 400
Comparing 2006 Arctic Cat DVX 400 vs 2005 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2005 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic has the largest displacement at 493cccc, 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 Arctic Cat DVX 400 is the lightest at 169kg (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 2005 Arctic Cat 500 4x4 Automatic has the highest towing capacity at 476kg. 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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