E.g. “Yamaha Kodiak”, “Can-Am Outlander”, “Kawasaki Brute Force”
2 of 3 selected:
Yamaha Kodiak 450 EPS×
Yamaha YFZ 450R×
Key Specs at a Glance
Engine
421 / 25.69
449 / 27.40
Full Specifications
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| Engine Spec |
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| Engine Capacity (cc / Ci ) | 421 / 25.69 | 449 / 27.40 ✓ |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Floor Board Location | Driver | – |
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| CV Boot Cover | Yes | No |
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| Brush Guard | Yes | No |
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| Body Material | Plastic | Plastic |
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| Bash Plate (Rear) | Yes | – |
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| Bash Plate (Front) | 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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| Fog Lights | Standard | – |
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| Lighting | Halogen | Halogen |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Temperature Warning Type | Light | Gauge |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Foot Peg Location | Driver | Driver |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Speedometer | Standard | – |
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| Fuel Level Warning Type | Gauge | Light |
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| Trip Odometer | Standard | – |
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| Digital Instrumentation | Standard | Standard |
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| Towing |
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| Towing Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 599.7 / 1322 | – |
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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 | 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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| Seat Height (mm / in.) | 853 / 33.6 | 810 / 31.9 ✓ |
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| Instrumentation |
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| Hour Meter | Standard | – |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Folding Foot Pegs | No | No |
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| Frame | Steel | Aluminum / Steel |
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| Front Bumper | Standard | Standard |
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| Comfort |
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| Adjustable Levers | – | Standard |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Tire Make | – | Maxxis |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Number Of Speeds | – | 5 ✓ |
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| Primary Drive - Rear Wheels | – | Chain |
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| Suspension |
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| Rear Adjustable Shock Spring Pre-Load | – | Yes |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Rear) | – | No |
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| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | – | Yes |
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| Front Suspension Make | – | KYB |
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| Brakes |
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| Rear Brake Diameter (mm / in.) | – | 200 / 7.9 ✓ |
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| Front Brake Diameter (mm / in.) | – | 161 / 6.3 ✓ |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Displacement To Weight CC | – | 1.11 |
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| Manufacturer and Warranty |
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| Parent Company | Yamaha | Yamaha |
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| Recommend Minimum Age | 16 | 16 |
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| Manufacturer Country | Japan | Japan |
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| Steering |
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| Turning Circle | 10.2 | – |
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| Steering Make | Electronic Power Steering (EPS) | – |
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| Steering Type | Power | Manual |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Shock Cover | No | – |
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| Rear Stabilizer Bar | No | No |
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| Rear Fender | Standard | Standard |
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| Radiator Guard | No | Yes |
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| Power Outlet | Standard | – |
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| Light Guard | No | No |
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| Hand Grips | Standard | Standard |
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| Full Length Skid Plate | Yes | – |
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| Front Stabilizer Bar | No | No |
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| Front Fender | Standard | Standard |
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| Storage |
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| Underseat Storage | Standard | – |
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| Storage Capacity (Kg / Lbs.) | 39.9 / 88 | – |
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| Fuel |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity (l / gal.) | 14 / 3.7 ✓ | 9.8 / 2.6 |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rear Solid Axle | No | Yes |
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| Suspension |
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| Swing Arm Skid Plate | No | Yes |
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| Suspension Rear - Material | Steel | Aluminum |
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| Suspension Rear | Independent Double Wishbone | Swing Arm |
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| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | Yes |
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| Suspension - Front Travel (mm / in.) | 170 / 6.7 | 249 / 9.8 ✓ |
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| A-Arm Skid Plate (Front) | Yes | – |
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| Front Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone | Independent Double Wishbone |
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| Brakes |
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| Brakes Rear | Sealed Oil Bath Multi-Disc | Hydraulic Disc |
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| Brakes Front | Dual Hydraulic Disc | Dual Hydraulic Disc |
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| Engine Spec |
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| Speed Governor | No | – |
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| Kill Switch Tether Cord | Standard | – |
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| Ignition | Electric | Electric |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
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| Fuel Injector Size MM | 34 | 42 ✓ |
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| Carborator Count | 0 ✓ | – |
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| Fuel System Brand | Mikuni | – |
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| Fuel System | Fuel Injected | Fuel Injected |
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| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
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| Bore Stroke(in) | 3.33in. x 2.96in. | 3.74in. x 2.5 in. |
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| Bore Stroke(mm) | 84.5mm x 75mm | 95mm x 63.4mm ✓ |
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| Engine Braking | Standard | – |
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| Engine Cylinders | Single-Cylinder | Single-Cylinder |
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| Engine Cooling | Liquid / Air | Liquid / Air |
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| Engine Type | 4-Stroke | 4-Stroke |
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| Total Valves | 2 | 5 ✓ |
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| Valve Configuration | 2-valves | 5-valves ✓ |
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| Engine Valves | SOHC | DOHC |
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| Suspension |
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| Rear Travel (mm / in.) | 188 / 7.4 | 279 / 11 ✓ |
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| Exterior - Safety and Design |
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| Hand Guards | – | No |
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| Suspension |
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| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | No | Yes |
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| Air Adjustable | No | No |
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| Tires and Rims |
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| Rim Material | Steel | Steel |
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| Rear Rim Diameter (in) | 12 ✓ | 9 |
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| Rear Tire Width (in) | 10 | 10 |
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| Rear Tire Diameter (in) | 25 ✓ | 20 |
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| Tires Rear | AT25 x 10 - 12 ✓ | Maxxis AT 20 X 10-9 |
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| Front Rim Diameter (in) | 12 ✓ | 10 |
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| Front Tire Width (in) | 8 | 7 ✓ |
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| Front Tire Diameter (in) | 25 ✓ | 21 |
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| Tires Front | AT25 x 8 - 12 ✓ | Maxxis AT 21 X 7-10 |
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| Tube / Tubeless | Tubeless | Tubeless |
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| Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive |
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| Reverse | Yes | No |
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| Hi / Low Range | Yes | No |
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| Diff Lock Location | Front | – |
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| Limited Slip Diff Location | Front | – |
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| Driveline Make | On-Command | – |
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| Primary Drive - Front Wheels | Shaft | – |
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| Primary Drive Engine / Transmission | Belt | – |
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| Drive line Modes | 2 ✓ | 1 |
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| Final Drive | Selectable 4X2 / 4X4 | 4X2 |
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| Transmission Make | UltraMatic | – |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable (CVT) | Manual |
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| Dimensions and Weight |
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| Wet Weight (Lbs. / Kg) | 650 / 294.8 | 405 / 183.7 ✓ |
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| Wheelbase (mm / in.) | 1240 / 48.8 ✓ | 1270 / 50 |
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| Ground Clearance (mm / in.) | 244 / 9.6 ✓ | 236 / 9.3 |
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| Height (mm / in.) | 1161 / 45.7 | 1064 / 41.9 ✓ |
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| Width (mm / in.) | 1181 / 46.5 ✓ | 1240 / 48.8 |
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| Length (mm / in.) | 2036 / 80.16 | 1795 / 70.68 ✓ |
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| Suspension |
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| Number of Rear Shock Absorbers | 2 ✓ | 1 |
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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
- Best ground clearance — handles rough terrain well
- 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 2019 Yamaha YFZ 450R
✓ Pros
- Largest engine in this comparison (449cc)
- Independent front suspension for better ride comfort
- Disc brakes front and rear — strong stopping power
- Manual gearbox — greater control in technical terrain
✗ Cons
- 2WD only — less traction off-road than 4WD alternatives
Comparing 2019 Yamaha Kodiak 450 EPS vs 2019 Yamaha YFZ 450R — Common Questions
Which has the most powerful engine?
The 2019 Yamaha YFZ 450R has the largest displacement at 449cc, 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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