E.g. “Yamaha Kodiak”, “Can-Am Outlander”, “Kawasaki Brute Force”
3 of 3 selected:
Can-Am Outlander 400 H.O.×
Suzuki KingQuad 400 FSi×
Honda TRX 250X×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
400 cc / 24.4
376 / 22.94
229 / 13.97
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Detail | 400cc, 4-stroke, single, 4-valve SOHC ✓ | – | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Rear Fender | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Power Outlet | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Hand Grips | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Full Length Skid Plate | Yes | Yes | – |
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| Front Fender | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Front Bumper | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Frame | Steel | Steel | Steel |
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| Folding Foot Pegs | No | – | No |
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| Floor Board Location | Driver | Driver | – |
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| Exterior Guards | Standard | – | – |
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| CV Boot Cover | Yes | No | – |
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| Body Material | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic |
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| Bash Plate (Front) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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| Colours |
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| Metallic | No | No | – |
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| Colors | Laurentian Green or Viper Red | – | – |
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| Lighting |
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| Halogen Headlights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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| Headlights | Standard | 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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| Towing |
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| Rear Hitch | Standard | – | – |
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| Steering |
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| Steering Type | Manual | Manual | Manual |
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| Towing |
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| Towing Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 500 / 1100 ✓ | – | – |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Digital Instrumentation | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Trip Odometer | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Fuel Level Warning Type | Gauge | Gauge | – |
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| Hour Meter | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Speedometer | Standard | Standard | – |
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| Lighting |
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| Lighting | 2 fender mounted headlamps (35 W) w/ tail light/brake light - EC approved 4 flashers (EC version only) ✓ | Halogen | Halogen |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Instumentation | Digital gauge : speedometer, odometer, trip and hourmeter, gear position, 4x4 indicator. Fuel gauge. ✓ | – | – |
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| Steering |
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| Turning Circle | 6 ✓ | – | 9.2 |
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| Performance |
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| Torque (Nm) | 32 nm @ 5.500 RPM ✓ | – | – |
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| Torque (Ft Lbs.) | 23.6 | – | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Light Guard | – | No | No |
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| Radiator Guard | – | Yes | – |
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| Rear Fender Flairs | – | Standard | – |
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| Rear Stabilizer Bar | – | No | No |
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| Shock Cover | – | No | – |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Warranty Info | – | 12 Limited | 12 Limited |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Front Stabilizer Bar | – | No | No |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Primary Drive - Rear Wheels | – | – | Shaft |
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| Seats |
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| Lumbar Adjustment | – | – | No |
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| Windshield |
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| Tinted | – | – | No |
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| Comfort |
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| Adjustable Throttle | – | – | Standard |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Cargo Bed Tilt | – | – | No |
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| Foot Peg Location | – | – | Driver |
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| Hand Guards | – | – | No |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Reserve (l / gal.) | – | – | 2.6 / 0.7 |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Height (mm / in.) | 889 / 35 | 841 / 33.1 | 798 / 31.4 ✓ |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Front Fender Flairs | – | Standard | – |
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| Bash Plate (Rear) | – | No | No |
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| Performance |
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| Torque rpm | 5500 ✓ | – | – |
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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 | Honda |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Compression Ratio | – | 9:1 ✓ | 9.2:1 |
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| Brakes |
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| Front Brake Diameter (mm / in.) | – | 190 / 7.5 ✓ | 174 / 6.9 |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Brush Guard | – | Yes | No |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Wet Weight (Lbs. / Kg) | – | 615 / 279 | 384 / 174.2 ✓ |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tube / Tubeless | – | Tubeless | – |
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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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| Underseat Storage | – | Standard | Standard |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Clock | – | Standard | – |
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| Temperature Warning Type | – | Light | – |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Number Of Speeds | – | 5 | 5 |
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| Storage |
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| Storage Capacity (l) | 6.81 | – | – |
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| Storage Capacity (gal) | 1.8 | – | – |
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| Storage Capacity (Cu. ft) | 0.24 | – | – |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Speed Governor | No | – | Yes |
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| Brakes |
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| Brakes Front | 2 inboard hydraulic discs ✓ | Dual Hydraulic Disc | Dual Hydraulic Disc |
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| Brakes Rear | 1 inboard hydraulic disc ✓ | Drum | Sealed Drum |
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| Suspension |
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| Front Suspension | McPherson; 7 in. travel (178 mm) ✓ | Independent Double A-Arm | Independent Double Wishbone |
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| Suspension - Front Travel (mm / in.) | 178 / 7 ✓ | 170 / 6.7 | 150 / 5.9 |
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| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | No | No | No |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Ignition | Electric with auxiliary recoil | Electric | Electric |
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| Suspension |
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| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No | No |
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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.) | 203 / 8 ✓ | 170 / 6.7 | 145 / 5.7 |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | No | No |
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| Suspension Rear | TTI™ independent; 8 in. travel (203 mm) ✓ | Swing Arm | Swing Arm |
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| Rear Adjustable Shock Spring Pre-Load | No | No | No |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
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| Carburetor Size MM | 33 ✓ | – | 22 |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 400 cc / 24.4 ✓ | 376 / 22.94 | 229 / 13.97 |
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| Engine Valves | OHC | SOHC | OHV |
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| Valve Configuration | 4-valves | 4-valves | 2-valves |
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| Total Valves | 4 | 4 | 2 |
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| Engine Type | 4-stroke | 4-Stroke | 4-Stroke |
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| Engine Cooling | Liquid-Cooled | Air / Oil | Air |
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| Carborator Count | 1 | – | 1 |
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| Engine Cylinders | single-cylinder | Single-Cylinder | Single-Cylinder |
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| Engine Make | Rotax Tec | – | – |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | 0.66 | – | – |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | 91 mm x 61.5 mm ✓ | 82mm x 71.2mm | 68.5mm x 62.2mm |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | 3.59in. x 2.42 in. | 3.23in. x 2.81in. | 2.7in. x 2.45in. |
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| Fuel System | Mikuni BSR 33 ✓ | Fuel Injected | Carburetor |
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| Fuel System Brand | Mikuni | – | – |
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| Engine Braking | Standard | – | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Rear Bumper | – | – | Standard |
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| Suspension |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | 2 | 2 | 1 |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 2184 / 86 | 2060 / 81.12 | 1740 / 68.52 ✓ |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Front Tire Width (in) | 8 | 8 | 7 ✓ |
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| Front Rim Diameter (in) | 12 | 12 | 10 |
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| Tires Rear | 25 x 10 x 12 in. (635 x 254 x 305 mm) | Carlisle AT 25 X 10-12 | Maxxis Razr Vantage: 22 x 10-9 |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 25 | 25 | 22 |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | 10 | 10 | 10 |
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| Rear Rim Diameter (in) | 12 | 12 | 9 |
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| Front Tire Diameter (in) | 25 | 25 | 22 |
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| Rim Material | Steel | Steel | Aluminum |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.) | 16 / 4.2 | 16 / 4.2 | 9.5 / 2.5 |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Rack Capacity Front (Kg / Lbs.) | 45 / 100 ✓ | – | – |
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| Rack Capacity Rear (Kg / Lbs.) | 90 / 200 ✓ | – | – |
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| Storage |
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| Storage Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 45 / 100 ✓ | – | – |
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| Front Storage Well | Standard | – | – |
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| Rear Storage Well | Standard | – | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Solid Axle | No | Yes | Yes |
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| Suspension |
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| Air Adjustable | No | No | No |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tires Front | 25 x 8 x 12 in. (635 x 203 x 305 mm) | Carlisle AT 25 X 8-12 | Maxxis Razr Vantage: 22 x 7-10 |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Reverse | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 1168 / 46 | 1146 / 45.1 | 1062 / 41.8 ✓ |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1143 / 45 | 1219 / 48 | 1082 / 42.6 ✓ |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 236 / 9.3 | 249 / 9.8 ✓ | 145 / 5.7 |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1244 / 49 | 1270 / 50 | 1125 / 44.3 ✓ |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | 276 / 607 ✓ | – | – |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Transmission | CVT, sub-transmission with high, low, park, neutral & reverse | Manual / Automatic Clutch | Manual / Automatic Clutch |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tire Make | Carlisle | Carlisle | Maxxis |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Final Drive | Selectable 2 WD/4 WD shaft driven w/ Visco-Lok front differential | Selectable 4X2 / 4X4 | 4X2 |
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| Primary Drive Engine / Transmission | Belt | – | – |
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| Primary Drive - Front Wheels | Shaft | Shaft | – |
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| Limited Slip Diff Location | Front | Front | – |
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| Diff Lock Location | Front | – | – |
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| Diff Lock Make | ViscoLok | – | – |
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| Hi / Low Range | Yes | Yes | – |
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| Drive line Modes | 2 | 2 | 1 |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Snorkel Air Intake | – | – | Standard |
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Clear all & start over
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (400 cccc)
- Lightest of the group — easier to manoeuvre
- Highest rated towing capacity (500kg)
- Independent rear suspension — improved handling on uneven ground
✗ Cons
- No significant weaknesses identified from available data
✓ Pros
- Best ground clearance — handles rough terrain well
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Manual gearbox — greater control in technical terrain
- 4WD capable — better traction in mud, sand and steep terrain
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2007 Can-Am Outlander 400 H.O.
✓ Pros
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Manual gearbox — greater control in technical terrain
- Lower seat height — more accessible for shorter riders
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2007 Can-Am Outlander 400 H.O.
- 2WD only — less traction off-road than 4WD alternatives
Comparing 2007 Can-Am Outlander 400 H.O. vs 2019 Suzuki KingQuad 400 FSi vs 2020 Honda TRX 250X — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2007 Can-Am Outlander 400 H.O. has the largest displacement at 400 cccc, 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 2007 Can-Am Outlander 400 H.O. is the lightest at 276kg (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 2007 Can-Am Outlander 400 H.O. has the highest towing capacity at 500kg. 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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