UTVUtility
2027 Arctic Cat Prowler 500
443cc Single-cylinder (SOHC, 4-stroke), liquid-cooled
$10,799
View full specsArctic Cat Prowler 500 vs Honda Pioneer 520
2027 Arctic Cat Prowler 500 vs 2026 Honda Pioneer 520: 30 vs 35 hp (unverified estimates), 443 cc vs 518 cc, 1165 lb dry vs 1060 lb dry, $10,799 vs $10,999. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
UTVUtility
2026 Honda Pioneer 520
518cc Single-cylinder (OHV), liquid-cooled
$10,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power30 hp est.vs35 hpUnverified estimates
Lower price$10,799vs$10,999Prowler 500 wins
Weight1165 lb dryvs1060 lb dryPioneer 520 wins
Bigger engine443 ccvs518 ccPioneer 520 wins
Ground clearance10 invs8.5 inProwler 500 wins
Towing1,500 lbvs1,000 lbProwler 500 wins
Across measured specs the Prowler 500 leads in 4 categories and the Pioneer 520 in 2. Comparing two utility UTVs, the Prowler 500 uses a 443 cc single-cylinder (sohc, 4-stroke) with about 30 hp, while the Pioneer 520 uses a 518 cc single-cylinder (ohv) with about 35 hp. At least one horsepower figure is an unverified estimate, so this comparison does not declare a power winner. The Pioneer 520 is lighter at 1060 lb (vs 1165 lb). At $10,799 the Prowler 500 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Prowler 500 Arctic Cat · 2027 View | Pioneer 520 Honda · 2026 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 443 cc | 518 cc |
| Engine configuration | Single-cylinder (SOHC, 4-stroke) | Single-cylinder (OHV) |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 30 hp | 35 hp |
| Fuel system | Electronic fuel injection | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT (H/L/N/R/P) with engine braking | 5-speed automatic with AT/MT modes |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD with front differential lock | Selectable 2WD/4WD with locking front differential |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Dry weight | 1165 lb (528 kg) | 1060 lb (481 kg) |
| Overall width | 56.4 in (143.3 cm) | 50 in (127 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 72 in (182.9 cm) | 73 in (185.4 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 10 in (25.4 cm) | 8.5 in (21.6 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 8.5 gal (32.2 L) | 4.1 gal (15.5 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lb (680 kg) | 1,000 lb (454 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $10,799 | $10,999 |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.