Honda FourTrax Rancher 4x4 ES vs Honda TRX420FM (2014)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda FourTrax Rancher 4x4 ESstacks up against the Honda TRX420FM. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda FourTrax Rancher 4x4 ESHonda TRX420FM
Model year20142011
Price$6,499
Engine420 cc420 cc
Seat height34 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity3.9 L3.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speedAutomatic
Front brakesDouble disc. Hydraulic. Double disc. Hydraulic
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires24/8-12 / 24/10-11 24/8-12 / 24/10-11

Honda FourTrax Rancher 4x4 ES vs Honda TRX420FM — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda FourTrax Rancher 4x4 ES and the Honda TRX420FM usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda FourTrax Rancher 4x4 ES brings its published horsepower, while the Honda TRX420FM counters with its own power figure.

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: