ATVUtility
2025 Can-Am Outlander 500
500cc Single-cylinder (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$7,199
View full specsCan-Am Outlander 500 vs Honda FourTrax Rancher 420
2025 Can-Am Outlander 500 vs 2025 Honda FourTrax Rancher 420: 40 vs 27 hp, 500 vs 420 cc, 690 vs 639 lb, $7,199 vs $6,199. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
ATVUtility
2025 Honda FourTrax Rancher 420
420cc Single-cylinder, liquid-cooled
$6,199
View full specsAt a glance
More power40 hpvs27 hpOutlander 500 wins
Lower price$7,199vs$6,199FourTrax Rancher 420 wins
Lighter690 lbvs639 lbFourTrax Rancher 420 wins
Bigger engine500 ccvs420 ccOutlander 500 wins
Ground clearance10.5 invs6.9 inOutlander 500 wins
Towing1,300 lbvs848 lbOutlander 500 wins
Across measured specs the Outlander 500 leads in 5 categoriesand the FourTrax Rancher 420 in 2. Comparing two utility ATVs, the Outlander 500 runs a 500 cc single-cylinder (rotax) making about 40 hp, while the FourTrax Rancher 420 uses a 420 cc single-cylinder rated near 27 hp. The Outlander 500 has the power edge (40 hp vs 27 hp). The FourTrax Rancher 420 is lighter at 639 lb (vs 690 lb). At $6,199 the FourTrax Rancher 420 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Outlander 500 Can-Am · 2025 View | FourTrax Rancher 420 Honda · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 500 cc | 420 cc |
| Engine configuration | Single-cylinder (Rotax) | Single-cylinder |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 40 hp | 27 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT | Automatic DCT 5-speed |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 1 rider | 1 rider |
| Dry weight | 690 lb (313 kg) | 639 lb (290 kg) |
| Overall width | 46 in (116.8 cm) | 47.4 in (120.4 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 51 in (129.5 cm) | 50.9 in (129.3 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 10.5 in (26.7 cm) | 6.9 in (17.5 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.4 gal (20.4 L) | 3.9 gal (14.8 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,300 lb (590 kg) | 848 lb (385 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $7,199 | $6,199 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.