Compare ATVs and Side-by-Sides

Put up to three machines head to head. Compare new models from the catalog, real listings for sale, or mix both. Differences are highlighted.

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Choose a new model from the catalog or a listing that is for sale, in any two boxes above. You can compare a new machine against a used one.

What Actually Matters When You Compare

Specs only help if you know which ones apply to your riding

Match the machine to the job first

Before you compare a single number, decide what you need. A utility quad for property work, a sport side by side for dunes and fast trail, or a two-up machine for riding with a passenger are three different purchases. The best specs on the wrong type of machine still leave you with the wrong machine.

The specs worth weighting heavily

  • Displacement and drivetrain: decide capability more than anything else on the sheet.
  • Seating: a two-up or crew machine changes length, weight and where it can go on tight trails.
  • Towing capacity and dry weight: critical for work, and for whether your trailer can carry it.
  • Ground clearance and suspension travel: what lets you cross rough ground without damage.
  • Fuel capacity: range matters more than most buyers expect on backcountry rides.

The things a spec sheet will not tell you

Dealer proximity, parts availability, seat comfort over four hours, and how the machine actually feels are all decided by a test ride, not a table. Two quads with nearly identical numbers can feel completely different. Shortlist here, then go sit in both.

Comparing a new machine against a used one

This tool lets you put a catalog model beside a real used listing, which is often the more useful comparison. A machine two or three years old frequently offers most of the capability for far less money. If you go used, run through our pre-purchase checklist and consider a professional inspection before you pay.

Once you have picked a winner, work out what it costs per month with the payment calculator, then apply for financing or browse what is for sale.

Comparison FAQ

Questions Canadian buyers ask before choosing

Start with engine displacement, drivetrain and seating, because those decide what the machine can actually do. Then look at dry weight, towing capacity and ground clearance for work or rough terrain. Price matters, but a cheaper machine that cannot do the job is not a saving.
No. More displacement means more power and usually more weight and fuel use. A 450 to 570cc utility ATV handles trails and property work for most riders, while 800cc and up suits heavy towing, mud and two-up riding. Beginners are often better served by something smaller.
Ground clearance decides how deep a rut or how large a rock you can cross without hitting the skid plate or frame. If you ride mud, rock or logged terrain, it matters a lot. On groomed trails it matters far less.
Neither is universally better. Both build excellent machines and the right answer depends on the specific model, how you ride, and which dealer is closest to you for parts and service. Compare the exact models you are considering, then test ride both.
Yes, and this tool lets you. A used machine two or three years old often delivers most of the capability for far less money, provided it checks out mechanically. Compare the specs, then factor in the inspection and any repairs.
Catalog models use published manufacturer specifications for the Canadian market. Listings show what the seller entered. Always confirm details with the dealer or seller before you buy.

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