E.g. “Yamaha Kodiak”, “Can-Am Outlander”, “Kawasaki Brute Force”
2 of 3 selected:
Arctic Cat Alterra 300 4x4×
Honda SportTrax TRX300EX×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
270 / 16.48
282 cc / Unknown
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 270 / 16.48 | 282 cc / Unknown ✓ |
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| Lighting |
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| Headlights | Standard | – |
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| Lighting | Halogen | – |
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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 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.) | 226.8 / 500 | – |
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| Rear Hitch | Standard | – |
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| Tow Hook | Standard | – |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Adjustable | No | – |
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| Seat Type | One-Piece | – |
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| Seat Material | Vinyl | – |
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| Seat Location | Driver | – |
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| Number Of Seats | 1 ✓ | – |
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| Storage |
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| Storage Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 22.7 / 50 | – |
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| Racks and Payload |
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| Payload Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 181.4 / 400 | – |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.) | 16.3 / 4.3 | 8.33 / 2.2 |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Solid Axle | Yes | – |
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| Rim Material | Steel | – |
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| Lighting |
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| Halogen Headlights | Standard | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Rim Diameter (in) | 10 ✓ | – |
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| Colours |
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| Metallic | No | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Body Material | Plastic | – |
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| Colours |
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| Colors | – | Red, Black |
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| Seats |
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| Seat Height (mm / in.) | – | 775 / 30.5 ✓ |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Detail | – | 282cc air-cooled SOHC single-cylinder four-stroke ✓ |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Parent Company | Textron, Inc. | – |
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| Recommend Minimum Age | 16 ✓ | – |
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| Manufacturer Country | USA | – |
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| Steering |
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| Steering Type | Manual | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Shock Cover | No | – |
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| Rear Stabilizer Bar | No | – |
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| Rear Fender Flairs | Standard | – |
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| Rear Fender | Standard | – |
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| Radiator Guard | Yes | – |
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| Light Guard | No | – |
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| Hand Grips | Standard | – |
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| Front Stabilizer Bar | No | – |
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| Front Fender | Standard | – |
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| Front Fender Flairs | Standard | – |
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| Frame | Steel | – |
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| Folding Foot Pegs | No | – |
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| Floor Board Location | Driver | – |
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| CV Boot Cover | No | – |
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| Bash Plate (Front) | Yes | – |
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| Steering |
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| Turning Circle | – | 10.2 feet |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | 10 ✓ | – |
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| Tires Rear | Kenda Pathfinder 22 X 10-10 | 22 x 10-9 knobby |
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| Suspension |
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| Suspension Rear | Swing Arm | Swingarm with single shock, five-position spring preload adjustability with 7.9 inches travel |
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| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | Yes | – |
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| Suspension - Front Travel (mm / in.) | 127 / 5 ✓ | – |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Front) | No | – |
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| Front Suspension | Independent Double A-Arm | Independent double-wishbone with dual hydraulic shocks, five-position spring preload adjustability with 7.1 inches travel |
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| Brakes |
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| Linked Brake System Front to Rear | Standard | – |
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| Brakes Rear | Hydraulic Disc | Single hydraulic disc |
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| Brakes Front | Hydraulic Disc | Dual hydraulic disc |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Ignition | Electric / Pull | CD with electronic advance |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol | – |
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| Fuel System | Carburetor | 32mm piston-valve with accelerator pump ✓ |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | 2.86in. x 2.57in. | – |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | 72.7mm x 65.2mm | 74mm x 65.5mm ✓ |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | 0.57 | – |
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| Engine Braking | Engine Braking System | – |
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| Engine Cylinders | Single-Cylinder | single-cylinder |
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| Engine Cooling | Liquid / Air | air-cooled |
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| Engine Type | 4-Stroke ✓ | four-stroke |
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| Total Valves | 4 ✓ | – |
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| Valve Configuration | 4-valves ✓ | – |
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| Engine Valves | SOHC | SOHC |
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| Suspension |
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| Suspension Rear - Material | Steel | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 22 ✓ | – |
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| Suspension |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Rear) | No | – |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | – |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Front Rim Diameter (in) | 10 ✓ | – |
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| Front Tire Width (in) | 7 ✓ | – |
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| Front Tire Diameter (in) | 22 ✓ | – |
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| Tires Front | Kenda Pathfinder 22 X 7-10 | 22 x 7-10 knobby |
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| Tire Make | Kenda | – |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Reverse | Yes | – |
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| Hi / Low Range | Yes | – |
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| Primary Drive - Rear Wheels | Shaft | – |
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| Primary Drive Engine / Transmission | Belt | – |
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| Drive line Modes | 1 ✓ | – |
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| Final Drive | 4X2 ✓ | O-ring-sealed chain |
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| Transmission Make | Duramatic | – |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable (CVT) | Manual - Five-speed with Reverse |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Dry Weight (Kg / Lbs.) | 216.4 / 477 | 168.96 / 372.5 |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1179 / 46.4 | 1143 / 45 ✓ |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 210 / 8.3 ✓ | 117 / 4.6 |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1118 / 44 | 1062 / 41.8 ✓ |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 1052 / 41.4 ✓ | 1105 / 43.5 |
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| Length (mm / in.) | Unknown / 73.56 | 1720 / 67.7 ✓ |
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| Suspension |
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| Air Adjustable | No | – |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | 1 ✓ | – |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | 127 / 5 ✓ | – |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Warranty Info | – | 6 months Coverage of defects in materials and workmanship ✓ |
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Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- Best ground clearance — handles rough terrain well
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Disc brakes front and rear — strong stopping power
- CVT automatic transmission — easy to ride, no gear-changing
✗ Cons
- Smaller engine than the 2007 Honda SportTrax TRX300EX
- 2WD only — less traction off-road than 4WD alternatives
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (282 cccc)
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Disc brakes front and rear — strong stopping power
- Manual gearbox — greater control in technical terrain
✗ Cons
- No significant weaknesses identified from available data
Comparing 2020 Arctic Cat Alterra 300 4x4 vs 2007 Honda SportTrax TRX300EX — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2007 Honda SportTrax TRX300EX has the largest displacement at 282 cccc, making it the most powerful in this comparison. A larger engine generally means more torque for towing and off-road 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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