The classic Chevy vs. Ford arguement. Everyone's going to have a different opinion on this. I have a 2000 model Polaris Explorer, and won't own anything other than a Polaris, but I also realize that there are many other good quads out there. However, for riding comfort, I haven't seen anything out there with the suspension travel of the Polaris, and that makes all the difference in the world on bumpy roads. The switchable 2/4 wheel drive option is very nice, too. My next quad will be a Sportsman with the true independent rear suspension...may even step up to the 700cc model. What a hoss!