ATVUtility
2025 Suzuki KingQuad 500AXi
493cc Single-cylinder, liquid-cooled
$8,749
View full specsSuzuki KingQuad 500AXi vs Yamaha Kodiak 450 EPS
2025 Suzuki KingQuad 500AXi vs 2025 Yamaha Kodiak 450 EPS: 34 vs 28 hp, 493 vs 421 cc, 684 vs 686 lb, $8,749 vs $7,699. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
ATVUtility
2025 Yamaha Kodiak 450 EPS
421cc Single-cylinder, liquid-cooled
$7,699
View full specsAt a glance
More power34 hpvs28 hpKingQuad 500AXi wins
Lower price$8,749vs$7,699Kodiak 450 EPS wins
Lighter684 lbvs686 lbKingQuad 500AXi wins
Bigger engine493 ccvs421 ccKingQuad 500AXi wins
Ground clearance10.4 invs10.6 inKodiak 450 EPS wins
Towing1,322 lbvs1,322 lbTie
Across measured specs the KingQuad 500AXi leads in 4 categoriesand the Kodiak 450 EPS in 2. Comparing two utility ATVs, the KingQuad 500AXi runs a 493 cc single-cylinder making about 34 hp, while the Kodiak 450 EPS uses a 421 cc single-cylinder rated near 28 hp. The KingQuad 500AXi has the power edge (34 hp vs 28 hp). The KingQuad 500AXi is lighter at 684 lb (vs 686 lb). At $7,699 the Kodiak 450 EPS is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
KingQuad 500AXi Suzuki · 2025 View | Kodiak 450 EPS Yamaha · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 493 cc | 421 cc |
| Engine configuration | Single-cylinder | Single-cylinder |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 34 hp | 28 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT (QuadMatic) | Ultramatic CVT |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 1 rider | 1 rider |
| Dry weight | 684 lb (310 kg) | 686 lb (311 kg) |
| Overall width | 47.6 in (120.9 cm) | 46.5 in (118.1 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 50.2 in (127.5 cm) | 48.8 in (124 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 10.4 in (26.4 cm) | 10.6 in (26.9 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.6 gal (17.4 L) | 3.7 gal (14 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,322 lb (600 kg) | 1,322 lb (600 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $8,749 | $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.