ATVUtility
2026 Kawasaki Brute Force 450 4x4
443cc Single-cylinder (SOHC), liquid-cooled
$6,899
View full specsKawasaki Brute Force 450 4x4 vs Yamaha Grizzly EPS
2026 Kawasaki Brute Force 450 4x4 vs 2027 Yamaha Grizzly EPS: 32 vs 44 hp, 443 cc vs 686 cc, 688 lb dry vs 701 lb dry, $6,899 vs $10,599. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2027 Yamaha Grizzly EPS
686cc Single-cylinder (SOHC), liquid-cooled
$10,599
View full specsAt a glance
More power32 hpvs44 hpGrizzly EPS wins
Lower price$6,899vs$10,599Brute Force 450 4x4 wins
Weight688 lb dryvs701 lb dryBrute Force 450 4x4 wins
Bigger engine443 ccvs686 ccGrizzly EPS wins
Ground clearance9.3 invs11.3 inGrizzly EPS wins
Towing1,050 lbvs1,322 lbGrizzly EPS wins
Across measured specs the Brute Force 450 4x4 leads in 2 categories and the Grizzly EPS in 5. Comparing two utility ATVs, the Brute Force 450 4x4 uses a 443 cc single-cylinder (sohc) with about 32 hp, while the Grizzly EPS uses a 686 cc single-cylinder (sohc) with about 44 hp. The Grizzly EPS has the power edge (44 hp vs 32 hp). The Brute Force 450 4x4 is lighter at 688 lb (vs 701 lb). At $6,899 the Brute Force 450 4x4 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Brute Force 450 4x4 Kawasaki · 2026 View | Grizzly EPS Yamaha · 2027 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 443 cc | 686 cc |
| Engine configuration | Single-cylinder (SOHC) | Single-cylinder (SOHC) |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 32 hp | 44 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT with centrifugal clutch (H/L/N/R) | Ultramatic V-belt (H/L/N/R/P) with all-wheel engine braking |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD with dual-mode front differential | Selectable 2WD/4WD/locked 4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 1 rider | 1 rider |
| Dry weight | 688 lb (312 kg) | 701 lb (318 kg) |
| Overall width | 43.3 in (110 cm) | 48.4 in (122.9 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 47.8 in (121.4 cm) | 49.2 in (125 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 9.3 in (23.6 cm) | 11.3 in (28.7 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.2 gal (15.9 L) | 4.8 gal (18.2 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,050 lb (476 kg) | 1,322 lb (600 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $6,899 | $10,599 |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.