Polaris Scrambler 500 4X4 vs Honda TRX500FPA (2016)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Polaris Scrambler 500 4X4stacks up against the Honda TRX500FPA. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Polaris Scrambler 500 4X4 | Honda TRX500FPA |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2011 | 2016 |
| Price | $6,399 | — |
| Engine | 498 cc | 499 cc |
| Weight | 254 kg | — |
| Seat height | 35 mm | 34 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.0 L | 4.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Tires | 23/8-12 / 22/11-10 | 25/8-12 / 25/10-12 |
Polaris Scrambler 500 4X4 vs Honda TRX500FPA — which should you buy?
Picking between the Polaris Scrambler 500 4X4 and the Honda TRX500FPA usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Polaris Scrambler 500 4X4 brings its published horsepower in a 254 kg package, while the Honda TRX500FPA 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: