Newbie: Honda TRX 450FM1 vs Can Am Outlander 450

[Dr.zed]

Good day!  Looking to learn about buying a new ATV.  Very green here, but understanding the technical bits.

It will be primarily for garden work and hauling stuff around a rural property.  Want capability for trails, but not the primary use.  I see Honda has solid axle, CanAm independent rear.  Want this thing to last, can do some repairs myself.  Dealers for both close to me.  Are both ATVs close in capability?  Does one shine above the rest?  

 

Thanks in advance!  

 

Edited September 23, 2018 by Dr.zed

[Dr.zed]

... as I reflect on this I'm seeing power steering as a must and that puts a huge price gap between new Can Am and Hondas.

...  can Honda really compete for the price difference?  (Over $1000)!