ATVUtility
2025 Kawasaki Brute Force 450 4x4
443cc Single-cylinder, liquid-cooled
$6,999
View full specsKawasaki Brute Force 450 4x4 vs Polaris Sportsman 600
2025 Kawasaki Brute Force 450 4x4 vs 2027 Polaris Sportsman 600: 38 vs 44 hp, 443 vs 567 cc, 683 vs 703 lb, $6,999 vs $7,999. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
ATVUtility
2027 Polaris Sportsman 600
567cc Single-cylinder (ProStar SOHC), liquid-cooled
$7,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power38 hpvs44 hpSportsman 600 wins
Lower price$6,999vs$7,999Brute Force 450 4x4 wins
Lighter683 lbvs703 lbBrute Force 450 4x4 wins
Bigger engine443 ccvs567 ccSportsman 600 wins
Ground clearance8.7 invs11.5 inSportsman 600 wins
Towing1,050 lbvs1,350 lbSportsman 600 wins
Across measured specs the Brute Force 450 4x4 leads in 2 categoriesand the Sportsman 600 in 5. Comparing two utility ATVs, the Brute Force 450 4x4 runs a 443 cc single-cylinder making about 38 hp, while the Sportsman 600 uses a 567 cc single-cylinder (prostar sohc) rated near 44 hp. The Sportsman 600 has the power edge (44 hp vs 38 hp). The Brute Force 450 4x4 is lighter at 683 lb (vs 703 lb). At $6,999 the Brute Force 450 4x4 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Brute Force 450 4x4 Kawasaki · 2025 View | Sportsman 600 Polaris · 2027 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 443 cc | 567 cc |
| Engine configuration | Single-cylinder | Single-cylinder (ProStar SOHC) |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 38 hp | 44 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT | Automatic PVT (P/R/N/L/H) |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 1 rider | 1 rider |
| Dry weight | 683 lb (310 kg) | 703 lb (319 kg) |
| Overall width | 43.7 in (111 cm) | 48 in (121.9 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 47.8 in (121.4 cm) | 50.5 in (128.3 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 8.7 in (22.1 cm) | 11.5 in (29.2 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.7 gal (14 L) | 4.5 gal (17 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,050 lb (476 kg) | 1,350 lb (612 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $6,999 | $7,999 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2027 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.