E.g. “Yamaha Kodiak”, “Can-Am Outlander”, “Kawasaki Brute Force”
3 of 3 selected:
Arctic Cat Alterra 570 4x4×
Honda FourTrax Rincon 680 FA GPScape×
Can-Am Outlander X mr 570×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
545 / 33.26
675cc / 41.2
570 / 34.78
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 545 / 33.26 | 675cc / 41.2 ✓ | 570 / 34.78 |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Rear Fender Flairs | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Steering |
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| Steering Type | Manual | Manual | Power |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Manufacturer Country | USA | Japan | Canada |
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| Recommend Minimum Age | 16 | 16 | 16 |
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| Parent Company | Textron, Inc. | Honda | Can-Am |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Detail | – | 675 cc, Liquid-cooled longitudinally mounted semi-dry-sump four-stroke OHV single ✓ | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Rear Fender | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | – | 1.12 | 0.68 |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | – | 4.02in. x 3.25 in. | – |
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| Compression Ratio | – | 10.5:1 | – |
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| Fuel Injector Size MM | – | 40 ✓ | – |
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| Lubrication | – | semi-dry-sump | – |
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| Brakes |
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| Front Brake Diameter (mm / in.) | – | 180 / Unknown | 214 / 8.4 ✓ |
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| Suspension |
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| Suspension Rear - Material | – | Aluminum | Steel |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | – | 102mm x 82.6mm ✓ | – |
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| Suspension |
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| Rear Adjustable Shock Spring Pre-Load | – | No | No |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Radiator Guard | Yes | – | Yes |
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| Hand Grips | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Lighting |
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| Lighting | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
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| Headlights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Halogen Headlights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Colours |
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| Metallic | No | No | No |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Bash Plate (Front) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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| Body Material | Plastic | – | Plastic |
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| Power Outlet | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| CV Boot Cover | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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| Folding Foot Pegs | No | No | No |
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| Frame | Steel | Steel | Steel |
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| Front Fender Flairs | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Front Fender | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Front Stabilizer Bar | No | No | – |
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| Full Length Skid Plate | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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| Floor Board Location | Driver | Driver | Driver |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Temperature Warning Type | Gauge | Light | Light |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Limited Slip Diff Location | – | Front | Front |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Reserve (l / gal.) | – | 4.2 / 1.1 | – |
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| Performance |
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| Torque (Nm) | – | 23Nm at 5000rpm ✓ | – |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Warranty Info | – | 6 months Transferable, unlimited-mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan. | 6 Limited |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Make | – | – | Rotax |
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| Speed Governor | – | – | No |
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| Brakes |
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| Rear Brake Diameter (mm / in.) | – | – | 214 / 8.4 ✓ |
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| Suspension |
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| Suspension Rear - Make | – | – | Trailing Torsional Independent (TTI) |
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| Performance |
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| Power Output(hp in Kw) | – | 14.3kW at 6500rpm | 35.8 |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Diff Lock Location | – | – | Front |
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| Storage |
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| Storage Capacity (Cu. ft) | – | – | 0.39 |
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| Storage Capacity (gal) | – | – | 2.9 |
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| Storage Capacity (l) | – | – | 10.98 |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Bash Plate (Rear) | – | – | No |
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| Foot Peg Location | – | – | Driver |
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| Shock Cover | – | – | No |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Diff Lock Make | – | – | ViscoLok |
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| Number Of Speeds | – | 3 ✓ | – |
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| Steering |
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| Turning Circle | – | 3.3 m | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Rear Stabilizer Bar | – | Yes | – |
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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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| Glove Box / Dashboard Storage | – | Standard | – |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Height (mm / in.) | – | 876.3 / 34.5 | 858 / 33.8 ✓ |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Trip Computer | – | Standard | – |
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| Compass | – | Standard | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Snorkel Air Intake | – | Standard | Standard |
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| Instrumentation |
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| GPS | – | Yes | – |
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| Colours |
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| Colors | – | Red, Camo, Black (Charcoal) | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Brush Guard | – | No | Yes |
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| Front Bumper | – | Standard | Standard |
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| Hand Guards | – | No | – |
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| Light Guard | – | No | – |
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| Rear Bumper | – | Standard | – |
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| Instrumentation |
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| GPS Make | – | GPScape | – |
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| Tachometer | Standard | – | Standard |
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| Speedometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Hour Meter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Suspension |
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| Suspension Rear | Independent Double A-Arm | Independent double wishbone with hydraulic shock absorbers | Independent |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Rear) | Yes | – | No |
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| Swing Arm Skid Plate | No | – | No |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | 250 / 10 ✓ | 203.2 / 8 | – |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No | No |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | 2 | 2 | 2 |
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| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No | No |
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| Air Adjustable | No | No | Yes |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 1230 / 48.5 | 1189 / 46.81 | 1168 / 46 ✓ |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1257 / 49.5 | 1207 / 47.52 ✓ | 1245 / 49 |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 280 / 11 ✓ | 254 / 10 | 279 / 11.7 |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1320 / 52 | 1290.3 / 50.8 | 1295 / 51 ✓ |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | 317 / 699 ✓ | 272.2 / 600 | 382 / 843 |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable (CVT) | Automatic with hydrolic tourque converter 3-speed, forward, 1-speed reverse; electrical control ✓ | Continuously Variable (CVT) |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 2118 / 83.40 | 2112 / 83 | 2109 / 83.04 ✓ |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Final Drive | Selectable 4X2 / 4X4 | Direct front and rear drive-shafts with torque-sensitive front differential | Selectable 4X2 / 4X4 |
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| Suspension |
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| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | Yes | No | No |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Front) | Yes | – | Yes |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Valves | SOHC | OHV | SOHC |
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| Valve Configuration | 4-valves | 4-valves | 4-valves |
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| Total Valves | 4 | 4 | 8 ✓ |
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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 | Single-Cylinder | single-cylinder | V Twin |
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| Suspension |
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| Suspension - Front Travel (mm / in.) | 254 / 10 ✓ | 175.3 / 6.9 | – |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Braking | Engine Braking System | Standard | Standard |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
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| Ignition | Electric | Fully transistorized with electric advance.Starter: Electric with auxiliary recoil | Electric |
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| Brakes |
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| Brakes Front | Hydraulic Disc | Dual 180mm hydraulic discs ✓ | Dual Hydraulic Disc |
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| Brakes Rear | Hydraulic Disc | Sealed mechanical drum | Hydraulic Disc |
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| Linked Brake System Front to Rear | Standard | – | – |
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| Suspension |
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| Front Suspension | Independent Double A-Arm | Independent double-wishbone with hydraulic shocks; 170mm (6.7 inch) travel ✓ | Double A-Arm |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Fuel System | Fuel Injected | Electronic fuel injection with IACV idle control | Fuel Injected |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Drive line Modes | 2 | 2 | 2 |
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| Primary Drive Engine / Transmission | Belt | – | Belt |
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| Primary Drive - Front Wheels | Shaft | Shaft | Shaft |
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| Storage |
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| Rear Storage Well | Standard | – | Standard |
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| Seats |
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| Number Of Seats | 1 | 1 | 1 |
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| Seat Location | Driver | Driver | Driver |
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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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| Storage |
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| Tool Bag Mount | Standard | – | – |
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| Towing |
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| Tow Hook | Standard | – | Standard |
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| Towing Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 476 / 1050 | – | 590 / 1300 ✓ |
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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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| Voltage Meter | Standard | – | – |
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| Clock | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Fuel Level Warning Type | Gauge | Gauge | Gauge |
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| Towing |
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| Rear Hitch | Receiver | – | Standard |
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| Storage |
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| Underseat Storage | Standard | – | – |
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| Storage Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 45.3 / 100 | – | 109 / 240 ✓ |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Payload Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 233.6 / 515 | – | – |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Driveline Make | Rapid Traction System | TraxLok | – |
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| Hi / Low Range | Yes | – | Yes |
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| Reverse | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tire Make | Carlisle | Dunlop | ITP |
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| Tires Front | Carlisle Trail-Pro AT 25 X 8-12 | 25 x 8-12 | ITP Mega Mayhem 28 X 8-12 ✓ |
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| Front Tire Diameter (in) | 25 | 25 | 28 ✓ |
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| Front Tire Width (in) | 8 | 8 | 8 |
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| Front Rim Diameter (in) | 12 | 12 | 12 |
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| Tires Rear | Carlisle Trail-Pro AT 25 X 10-12 | 25 x 10-12 | ITP Mega Mayhem 28 X 10-12 ✓ |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 25 | 25 | 28 ✓ |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | 10 | 10 | 10 |
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| Rear Rim Diameter (in) | 12 | 12 | 12 |
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| Rim Material | Steel | Aluminum | Aluminum |
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| Rear Solid Axle | No | No | No |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.) | 21.6 / 5.7 | 17 litres, including 3.1 litre reserve / 4.5 ✓ | 20.5 / 5.4 |
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| Steering |
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| Steering Make | – | – | Dynamic Power Steering (DPS) |
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| Performance |
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| Horsepower Brake hp | – | – | 48 ✓ |
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Clear all & start over
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- Lightest of the group — easier to manoeuvre
- Solid towing capacity for farm use (476kg)
- Best ground clearance — handles rough terrain well
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2006 Honda FourTrax Rincon 680 FA GPScape
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (675cccc)
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Independent rear suspension — improved handling on uneven ground
✗ Cons
- Heavier than the 2020 Arctic Cat Alterra 570 4x4
✓ Pros
- Highest rated towing capacity (590kg)
- 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 2006 Honda FourTrax Rincon 680 FA GPScape
- Heavier than the 2020 Arctic Cat Alterra 570 4x4
Comparing 2020 Arctic Cat Alterra 570 4x4 vs 2006 Honda FourTrax Rincon 680 FA GPScape vs 2020 Can-Am Outlander X mr 570 — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2006 Honda FourTrax Rincon 680 FA GPScape has the largest displacement at 675cccc, 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 2020 Arctic Cat Alterra 570 4x4 is the lightest at 317kg (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 X mr 570 has the highest towing capacity at 590kg. 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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