Sherco 4.5i 4T Enduro vs KTM 450 XC (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Sherco 4.5i 4T Endurostacks up against the KTM 450 XC. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSherco 4.5i 4T EnduroKTM 450 XC
Model year20082008
Price
Engine449 cc449 cc
Horsepower48 hp
Weight109 kg110 kg
Seat height38 mm
Fuel capacity2.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Dual piston, 240mm Rotor
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. Dual piston, 220mm Rotor

Sherco 4.5i 4T Enduro vs KTM 450 XC — which should you buy?

Picking between the Sherco 4.5i 4T Enduro and the KTM 450 XC usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Sherco 4.5i 4T Enduro brings its published horsepower in a 109 kg package, while the KTM 450 XC counters with 48 hp at 110 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: