ATV Utility
2025 Polaris Sportsman 850
850cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled
$9,999
View full specsPolaris Sportsman 850 vs Yamaha Kodiak 450 EPS
2025 Polaris Sportsman 850 vs 2025 Yamaha Kodiak 450 EPS: 78 vs 28 hp, 850 vs 421 cc, 790 vs 686 lb, $9,999 vs $7,699. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
ATV Utility
2025 Yamaha Kodiak 450 EPS
421cc Single-cylinder, liquid-cooled
$7,699
View full specsAt a glance
More power 78 hp vs 28 hp Sportsman 850 wins
Lower price $9,999 vs $7,699 Kodiak 450 EPS wins
Lighter 790 lb vs 686 lb Kodiak 450 EPS wins
Bigger engine 850 cc vs 421 cc Sportsman 850 wins
Ground clearance 11.5 in vs 10.6 in Sportsman 850 wins
Towing 1,750 lb vs 1,322 lb Sportsman 850 wins
Across measured specs the Sportsman 850 leads in 5 categories and the Kodiak 450 EPS in 2. Comparing two utility ATVs, the Sportsman 850 runs a 850 cc parallel-twin making about 78 hp, while the Kodiak 450 EPS uses a 421 cc single-cylinder rated near 28 hp. The Sportsman 850 has the power edge (78 hp vs 28 hp). The Kodiak 450 EPS is lighter at 686 lb (vs 790 lb). At $7,699 the Kodiak 450 EPS is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
| Sportsman 850 Polaris · 2025 View | Kodiak 450 EPS Yamaha · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 850 cc | 421 cc |
| Engine configuration | Parallel-twin | Single-cylinder |
| Cylinders | 2 | 1 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 78 hp | 28 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT (PVT) | Ultramatic CVT |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 1 rider | 1 rider |
| Dry weight | 790 lb (358 kg) | 686 lb (311 kg) |
| Overall width | 48 in (121.9 cm) | 46.5 in (118.1 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 50.5 in (128.3 cm) | 48.8 in (124 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 11.5 in (29.2 cm) | 10.6 in (26.9 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.25 gal (19.9 L) | 3.7 gal (14 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,750 lb (794 kg) | 1,322 lb (600 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $9,999 | $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.