ATVUtility
2027 Arctic Cat Alterra 450
443cc Single-cylinder (4-stroke), liquid-cooled
$6,999
View full specsArctic Cat Alterra 450 vs CFMoto CForce 500
2027 Arctic Cat Alterra 450 vs 2026 CFMoto CForce 500: 30 vs 34 hp (unverified estimates), 443 cc vs 500 cc, 613 lb dry vs 713 lb dry, $6,999 vs $6,499. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
ATVUtility
2026 CFMoto CForce 500
500cc Single-cylinder (SOHC, 4-valve), liquid-cooled
$6,499
View full specsAt a glance
More power30 hp est.vs34 hpUnverified estimates
Lower price$6,999vs$6,499CForce 500 wins
Weight613 lb dryvs713 lb dryAlterra 450 wins
Bigger engine443 ccvs500 ccCForce 500 wins
Ground clearance10.2 invs10.3 inCForce 500 wins
Towing1,050 lbvs1,350 lbCForce 500 wins
Across measured specs the Alterra 450 leads in 1 category and the CForce 500 in 5. Comparing two utility ATVs, the Alterra 450 uses a 443 cc single-cylinder (4-stroke) with about 30 hp, while the CForce 500 uses a 500 cc single-cylinder (sohc, 4-valve) with about 34 hp. At least one horsepower figure is an unverified estimate, so this comparison does not declare a power winner. The Alterra 450 is lighter at 613 lb (vs 713 lb). At $6,499 the CForce 500 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Alterra 450 Arctic Cat · 2027 View | CForce 500 CFMoto · 2026 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 443 cc | 500 cc |
| Engine configuration | Single-cylinder (4-stroke) | Single-cylinder (SOHC, 4-valve) |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 30 hp | 34 hp |
| Fuel system | Electronic fuel injection | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT (H/L/N/R) | CVTech automatic CVT (P/R/N/H/L) |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD with front differential lock | Selectable 2WD/4WD/4WD lock |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 1 rider | 1 rider |
| Dry weight | 613 lb (278 kg) | 713 lb (323 kg) |
| Overall width | 44 in (111.8 cm) | 44 in (111.8 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 47.7 in (121.2 cm) | 50 in (127 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 10.2 in (25.9 cm) | 10.3 in (26.2 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.3 gal (16.3 L) | 4.5 gal (17 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,050 lb (476 kg) | 1,350 lb (612 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $6,999 | $6,499 |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.