ATVUtility
2027 Arctic Cat Alterra 600 TRV EPS
597cc Single-cylinder (4-stroke), liquid-cooled
$10,499
View full specsArctic Cat Alterra 600 TRV EPS vs Polaris Sportsman 600
2027 Arctic Cat Alterra 600 TRV EPS vs 2027 Polaris Sportsman 600: 45 vs 44 hp (unverified estimates), 597 cc vs 567 cc, 853 lb dry vs 703 lb dry, $10,499 vs $7,999. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
ATVUtility
2027 Polaris Sportsman 600
567cc Single-cylinder (ProStar SOHC), liquid-cooled
$7,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power45 hp est.vs44 hpUnverified estimates
Lower price$10,499vs$7,999Sportsman 600 wins
Weight853 lb dryvs703 lb drySportsman 600 wins
Bigger engine597 ccvs567 ccAlterra 600 TRV EPS wins
Ground clearance10.75 invs11.5 inSportsman 600 wins
Towing1,050 lbvs1,350 lbSportsman 600 wins
Across measured specs the Alterra 600 TRV EPS leads in 3 categories and the Sportsman 600 in 4. Comparing two utility ATVs, the Alterra 600 TRV EPS uses a 597 cc single-cylinder (4-stroke) with about 45 hp, while the Sportsman 600 uses a 567 cc single-cylinder (prostar sohc) with about 44 hp. At least one horsepower figure is an unverified estimate, so this comparison does not declare a power winner. The Sportsman 600 is lighter at 703 lb (vs 853 lb). At $7,999 the Sportsman 600 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Alterra 600 TRV EPS Arctic Cat · 2027 View | Sportsman 600 Polaris · 2027 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 597 cc | 567 cc |
| Engine configuration | Single-cylinder (4-stroke) | Single-cylinder (ProStar SOHC) |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 45 hp | 44 hp |
| Fuel system | Electronic fuel injection | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Trailbloc automatic CVT (H/L/N/R/P) | Automatic PVT (P/R/N/L/H) |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD with front differential lock | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 2 seats | 1 rider |
| Dry weight | 853 lb (387 kg) | 703 lb (319 kg) |
| Overall width | 48.8 in (124 cm) | 48 in (121.9 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 58 in (147.3 cm) | 50.5 in (128.3 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 10.75 in (27.3 cm) | 11.5 in (29.2 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.8 gal (18.2 L) | 4.5 gal (17 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,050 lb (476 kg) | 1,350 lb (612 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $10,499 | $7,999 |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.