ATVUtility
2026 CFMoto CForce 500
500cc Single-cylinder (SOHC, 4-valve), liquid-cooled
$6,499
View full specsCFMoto CForce 500 vs Polaris Sportsman 500
2026 CFMoto CForce 500 vs 2027 Polaris Sportsman 500: 34 vs 33 hp, 500 cc vs 499 cc, 713 lb dry vs 773 lb dry, $6,499 vs $6,999. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
ATVUtility
2027 Polaris Sportsman 500
499cc Single-cylinder (ProStar SOHC), liquid-cooled
$6,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power34 hpvs33 hpCForce 500 wins
Lower price$6,499vs$6,999CForce 500 wins
Weight713 lb dryvs773 lb dryCForce 500 wins
Bigger engine500 ccvs499 ccCForce 500 wins
Ground clearance10.3 invs11.5 inSportsman 500 wins
Towing1,350 lbvs1,350 lbTie
Across measured specs the CForce 500 leads in 4 categories and the Sportsman 500 in 1. Comparing two utility ATVs, the CForce 500 uses a 500 cc single-cylinder (sohc, 4-valve) with about 34 hp, while the Sportsman 500 uses a 499 cc single-cylinder (prostar sohc) with about 33 hp. The CForce 500 has the power edge (34 hp vs 33 hp). The CForce 500 is lighter at 713 lb (vs 773 lb). At $6,499 the CForce 500 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
CForce 500 CFMoto · 2026 View | Sportsman 500 Polaris · 2027 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 500 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine configuration | Single-cylinder (SOHC, 4-valve) | Single-cylinder (ProStar SOHC) |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 34 hp | 33 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVTech automatic CVT (P/R/N/H/L) | Automatic CVT (PVT) |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD/4WD lock | AWD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 1 rider | 1 rider |
| Dry weight | 713 lb (323 kg) | 773 lb (351 kg) |
| Overall width | 44 in (111.8 cm) | 48 in (121.9 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 50 in (127 cm) | 50.5 in (128.3 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 10.3 in (26.2 cm) | 11.5 in (29.2 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.5 gal (17 L) | 4.5 gal (17 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,350 lb (612 kg) | 1,350 lb (612 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $6,499 | $6,999 |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.