ATVUtility
2025 Arctic Cat Alterra 700 EPS
695cc Single-cylinder, liquid-cooled
$9,699
View full specsArctic Cat Alterra 700 EPS vs Polaris Sportsman 850
2025 Arctic Cat Alterra 700 EPS vs 2025 Polaris Sportsman 850: 52 vs 78 hp, 695 vs 850 cc, 787 vs 790 lb, $9,699 vs $9,999. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
ATVUtility
2025 Polaris Sportsman 850
850cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled
$9,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power52 hpvs78 hpSportsman 850 wins
Lower price$9,699vs$9,999Alterra 700 EPS wins
Lighter787 lbvs790 lbAlterra 700 EPS wins
Bigger engine695 ccvs850 ccSportsman 850 wins
Ground clearance11 invs11.5 inSportsman 850 wins
Towing1,050 lbvs1,750 lbSportsman 850 wins
Across measured specs the Alterra 700 EPS leads in 3 categoriesand the Sportsman 850 in 4. Comparing two utility ATVs, the Alterra 700 EPS runs a 695 cc single-cylinder making about 52 hp, while the Sportsman 850 uses a 850 cc parallel-twin rated near 78 hp. The Sportsman 850 has the power edge (78 hp vs 52 hp). The Alterra 700 EPS is lighter at 787 lb (vs 790 lb). At $9,699 the Alterra 700 EPS is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Alterra 700 EPS Arctic Cat · 2025 View | Sportsman 850 Polaris · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 695 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine configuration | Single-cylinder | Parallel-twin |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 52 hp | 78 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT | Automatic CVT (PVT) |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 1 rider | 1 rider |
| Dry weight | 787 lb (357 kg) | 790 lb (358 kg) |
| Overall width | 47.2 in (119.9 cm) | 48 in (121.9 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 52 in (132.1 cm) | 50.5 in (128.3 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 11 in (27.9 cm) | 11.5 in (29.2 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.6 gal (21.2 L) | 5.25 gal (19.9 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,050 lb (476 kg) | 1,750 lb (794 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $9,699 | $9,999 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.