ATV V.S. UTV, Know Their Differences!

While ATVs and UTVs have many similarities, they are completely different vehicles that serve very different purposes. An ATV, or All Terrain Vehicle, is an off-road, single-person vehicle for recreational vehicles, racers, or transportation over rough terrain. UTVs, or utility-duty vehicles, are also suitable for rough terrain, although such vehicles are sometimes called side-by-side because two people can sit next to each other in the cab. Both can be used to carry stuff, but the UTV has a truck-like bed dedicated to this purpose.

What is ATV?

The full name of ATV is All Terrain Vehicle, which is an all-terrain four-wheel off-road locomotive, commonly known as "ATV". The appearance is generally no canopy, with two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive, the vehicle is simple and practical, and has good off-road performance. The ATV structure is fully open, using the engine of the motorcycle and the steering handle of the motorcycle, and many parts are common to the motorcycle, so some people call it a "quad motorcycle".

What is UTV?

The full name of UTV is Utility Vehicle, commonly known as "Farmer's Vehicle". It can be used in various scenarios such as mines, fields, beach off-road, mountain cargo, farm operations and so on.

UTV is a model derived from ATV, which is more like a car than ATV. Because it is controlled by the steering wheel, accelerator, and pedals, including four-wheel drive and two-wheel drive, it feels more like an off-road vehicle.

In addition, UTVs are also equipped with protective measures such as roll cages and seat belts, which can be said to be an upgraded version of ATVs.

The difference between ATV and UTV

Both ATVs and UTVs are all-terrain vehicles. Even so, there is still a big difference between the two in terms of shape and structure.

✔️From appearance

ATV is an open drive, there is no cockpit canopy, it uses the faucet handle to steer, there is no professional roll cage and safety system like UTV, and it is a bit like a walk tractor or quad bike.

The UTV is a semi-enclosed cab (actually a roll cage similar to a racing car), with a steering wheel and an open box at the rear. It was originally positioned as a tool vehicle mainly used in agricultural and forestry production. UTVs designed for off-road enthusiasts have enhanced power and safety, including roll cages, racing seats, multi-point seat belts, and more.

✔️From the personnel carrying capacity

ATV's motorcycle riding style determines that it can only take one person and up to two people, while most UTVs have 2-4 car seats and can take 2-4 people.

For most off-road players, UTV is the ultimate off-road artifact. Since the wheelbase is less than 2 meters, and the self-weight is only hundreds of kilograms, coupled with the ultra-long suspension stroke and the sky-defying "push-to-weight ratio", the differential design of four-wheel continuous output makes it passable and interesting in the wild and kills all hardcore off-road vehicles on the market.

To sum up

Finally, UTVs are mainly operated by the steering wheel, and are equipped with protective measures such as roll cages and seat belts.

ATVs use handlebar controls and don’t have the professional roll cages and safety systems of UTVs.

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