KTM 450 XC-W vs Husqvarna TE449 (2014)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 450 XC-Wstacks up against the Husqvarna TE449. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM 450 XC-WHusqvarna TE449
Model year20142013
Price
Engine449 cc449 cc
Weight111 kg113 kg
Seat height38 mm38 mm
Fuel capacity2.3 L2.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Front brakesSingle disc. Brake calipers on floating bearingsSingle disc. Wave disc.
Rear brakesSingle disc. Brake calipers on floating bearingsSingle disc. Wave disc.
Tires90/90-21 / 140/90-18

KTM 450 XC-W vs Husqvarna TE449 — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM 450 XC-W and the Husqvarna TE449 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 450 XC-W brings its published horsepower in a 111 kg package, while the Husqvarna TE449 counters with its own power figure at 113 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: