Really Depends
I agree with most post.
I have ridden them all. Now days there is a difference in larger models. Everything above 500 cc is EFI. Fuel Injection. Everything below 500 is carborater.
EFI will save you in the long run on maintenance and peace of mind. Especially if this is not a daily driver.
Honda makes a great reliable machine on all levels and formats. Yamaha is not far behind.
If you want performance and reliability then I like Polaris. My newest is a beast of a machine.
I own.
Yamaha 700 Grizzly.
Polaris 850 XP.
Polaris Ranger 500.
I have had little or no trouble with any. After 4 months away from the lease, all three cranked up. One flat tire on the Yamaha but no issues anywhere else. Good Luck.