Can-Am DS 450 EFI X xc vs KTM 450 SX ATV (2010)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Can-Am DS 450 EFI X xcstacks up against the KTM 450 SX ATV. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Can-Am DS 450 EFI X xc | KTM 450 SX ATV |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Price | $8,949 | — |
| Engine | 449 cc | 449 cc |
| Weight | 158 kg | 165 kg |
| Seat height | 33 mm | 31 mm |
| Fuel capacity | — | 2.7 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Wilwood | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Wilwood | Single disc |
| Tires | 21/7-10 / 20/10-9 | 20/6-10 / 18/10-8 |
Can-Am DS 450 EFI X xc vs KTM 450 SX ATV — which should you buy?
Picking between the Can-Am DS 450 EFI X xc and the KTM 450 SX ATV usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Can-Am DS 450 EFI X xc brings its published horsepower in a 158 kg package, while the KTM 450 SX ATV counters with its own power figure at 165 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: