ATVUtility
2025 Can-Am Outlander 500
500cc Single-cylinder (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$7,199
View full specsCan-Am Outlander 500 vs Yamaha Kodiak 450 EPS
2025 Can-Am Outlander 500 vs 2025 Yamaha Kodiak 450 EPS: 40 vs 28 hp, 500 vs 421 cc, 690 vs 686 lb, $7,199 vs $7,699. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
ATVUtility
2025 Yamaha Kodiak 450 EPS
421cc Single-cylinder, liquid-cooled
$7,699
View full specsAt a glance
More power40 hpvs28 hpOutlander 500 wins
Lower price$7,199vs$7,699Outlander 500 wins
Lighter690 lbvs686 lbKodiak 450 EPS wins
Bigger engine500 ccvs421 ccOutlander 500 wins
Ground clearance10.5 invs10.6 inKodiak 450 EPS wins
Towing1,300 lbvs1,322 lbKodiak 450 EPS wins
Across measured specs the Outlander 500 leads in 4 categoriesand the Kodiak 450 EPS in 3. Comparing two utility ATVs, the Outlander 500 runs a 500 cc single-cylinder (rotax) making about 40 hp, while the Kodiak 450 EPS uses a 421 cc single-cylinder rated near 28 hp. The Outlander 500 has the power edge (40 hp vs 28 hp). The Kodiak 450 EPS is lighter at 686 lb (vs 690 lb). At $7,199 the Outlander 500 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Outlander 500 Can-Am · 2025 View | Kodiak 450 EPS Yamaha · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 500 cc | 421 cc |
| Engine configuration | Single-cylinder (Rotax) | Single-cylinder |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 40 hp | 28 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT | Ultramatic CVT |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 1 rider | 1 rider |
| Dry weight | 690 lb (313 kg) | 686 lb (311 kg) |
| Overall width | 46 in (116.8 cm) | 46.5 in (118.1 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 51 in (129.5 cm) | 48.8 in (124 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 10.5 in (26.7 cm) | 10.6 in (26.9 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.4 gal (20.4 L) | 3.7 gal (14 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,300 lb (590 kg) | 1,322 lb (600 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $7,199 | $7,699 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.