ATVUtility
2027 Arctic Cat Alterra 450
443cc Single-cylinder (4-stroke), liquid-cooled
$6,999
View full specsArctic Cat Alterra 450 vs Polaris Sportsman 500
2027 Arctic Cat Alterra 450 vs 2027 Polaris Sportsman 500: 30 vs 33 hp (unverified estimates), 443 cc vs 499 cc, 613 lb dry vs 773 lb dry, $6,999 vs $6,999. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
ATVUtility
2027 Polaris Sportsman 500
499cc Single-cylinder (ProStar SOHC), liquid-cooled
$6,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power30 hp est.vs33 hpUnverified estimates
Lower price$6,999vs$6,999Tie
Weight613 lb dryvs773 lb dryAlterra 450 wins
Bigger engine443 ccvs499 ccSportsman 500 wins
Ground clearance10.2 invs11.5 inSportsman 500 wins
Towing1,050 lbvs1,350 lbSportsman 500 wins
Across measured specs the Alterra 450 leads in 1 category and the Sportsman 500 in 4. Comparing two utility ATVs, the Alterra 450 uses a 443 cc single-cylinder (4-stroke) with about 30 hp, while the Sportsman 500 uses a 499 cc single-cylinder (prostar sohc) with about 33 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 773 lb). The two carry the same MSRP.
Full specifications
Alterra 450 Arctic Cat · 2027 View | Sportsman 500 Polaris · 2027 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 443 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine configuration | Single-cylinder (4-stroke) | Single-cylinder (ProStar SOHC) |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 30 hp | 33 hp |
| Fuel system | Electronic fuel injection | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT (H/L/N/R) | Automatic CVT (PVT) |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD with front differential lock | AWD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 1 rider | 1 rider |
| Dry weight | 613 lb (278 kg) | 773 lb (351 kg) |
| Overall width | 44 in (111.8 cm) | 48 in (121.9 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 47.7 in (121.2 cm) | 50.5 in (128.3 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 10.2 in (25.9 cm) | 11.5 in (29.2 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 | $6,999 |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.