ATVUtility
2026 Kawasaki Brute Force 450 4x4
443cc Single-cylinder (SOHC), liquid-cooled
$6,899
View full specsKawasaki Brute Force 450 4x4 vs Yamaha Kodiak 450 EPS
2026 Kawasaki Brute Force 450 4x4 vs 2025 Yamaha Kodiak 450 EPS: 32 vs 28 hp, 443 cc vs 421 cc, 688 lb dry vs 686 lb dry, $6,899 vs $7,699. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
ATVUtility
2025 Yamaha Kodiak 450 EPS
421cc Single-cylinder, liquid-cooled
$7,699
View full specsAt a glance
More power32 hpvs28 hpBrute Force 450 4x4 wins
Lower price$6,899vs$7,699Brute Force 450 4x4 wins
Weight688 lb dryvs686 lb dryKodiak 450 EPS wins
Bigger engine443 ccvs421 ccBrute Force 450 4x4 wins
Ground clearance9.3 invs10.6 inKodiak 450 EPS wins
Towing1,050 lbvs1,322 lbKodiak 450 EPS wins
Across measured specs the Brute Force 450 4x4 leads in 4 categories and the Kodiak 450 EPS in 3. Comparing two utility ATVs, the Brute Force 450 4x4 uses a 443 cc single-cylinder (sohc) with about 32 hp, while the Kodiak 450 EPS uses a 421 cc single-cylinder with about 28 hp. The Brute Force 450 4x4 has the power edge (32 hp vs 28 hp). The Kodiak 450 EPS is lighter at 686 lb (vs 688 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 | Kodiak 450 EPS Yamaha · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 443 cc | 421 cc |
| Engine configuration | Single-cylinder (SOHC) | Single-cylinder |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 32 hp | 28 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT with centrifugal clutch (H/L/N/R) | Ultramatic CVT |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD with dual-mode front differential | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 1 rider | 1 rider |
| Dry weight | 688 lb (312 kg) | 686 lb (311 kg) |
| Overall width | 43.3 in (110 cm) | 46.5 in (118.1 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 47.8 in (121.4 cm) | 48.8 in (124 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 9.3 in (23.6 cm) | 10.6 in (26.9 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.2 gal (15.9 L) | 3.7 gal (14 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,050 lb (476 kg) | 1,322 lb (600 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $6,899 | $7,699 |
| Model year | 2026 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.