I just purchased a Vinson and must say I am impressed. I looked at the following and my impressions were as follows: Honda 450ES nicely done but much better value in the Vinson including Disc brakes, L/C and Auto as well as Alumunium wheels. Ride not quite as good as Suzuki but Honda engine very slightly smoother maybe. Yamaha Kodiak done about the same but I thought there was way less vibration in the Suzuki. Suzuki cost more but you do get L/C and 100cc's and i thought quite a bit smoother ride.

As for power thats a tough call because i don't really beat on my bike as I use it more for Hunting and Ice Fishing. that said the 30K I put on it the first day were a lot of fun.

P.S. It is back at the dealer to have the 2000# Warn put on. Also, I think Suzuki could have a real winner here.