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2027 Arctic Cat Prowler 800 XT
812cc Inline-3 (4-stroke), liquid-cooled
$18,299
View full specsArctic Cat Prowler 800 XT vs Can-Am Defender DPS HD9
2027 Arctic Cat Prowler 800 XT vs 2027 Can-Am Defender DPS HD9: 50 vs 65 hp (unverified estimates), 812 cc vs 976 cc, 1718 lb dry vs 1545 lb dry, $18,299 vs $16,399. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2027 Can-Am Defender DPS HD9
976cc V-twin (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$16,399
View full specsAt a glance
More power50 hp est.vs65 hpUnverified estimates
Lower price$18,299vs$16,399Defender DPS HD9 wins
Weight1718 lb dryvs1545 lb dryDefender DPS HD9 wins
Bigger engine812 ccvs976 ccDefender DPS HD9 wins
Ground clearance12.5 invs11 inProwler 800 XT wins
Towing2,000 lbvs2,500 lbDefender DPS HD9 wins
Across measured specs the Prowler 800 XT leads in 1 category and the Defender DPS HD9 in 5. Comparing two utility UTVs, the Prowler 800 XT uses a 812 cc inline-3 (4-stroke) with about 50 hp, while the Defender DPS HD9 uses a 976 cc v-twin (rotax) with about 65 hp. At least one horsepower figure is an unverified estimate, so this comparison does not declare a power winner. The Defender DPS HD9 is lighter at 1545 lb (vs 1718 lb). At $16,399 the Defender DPS HD9 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Prowler 800 XT Arctic Cat · 2027 View | Defender DPS HD9 Can-Am · 2027 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 812 cc | 976 cc |
| Engine configuration | Inline-3 (4-stroke) | V-twin (Rotax) |
| Cylinders | 3 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 50 hp | 65 hp |
| Fuel system | Electronic fuel injection | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | TrailBloc automatic CVT (H/L/N/R/P) | PRO-TORQ QRS CVT (Extra-L/H/N/R/P) |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD with rear differential lock | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Dry weight | 1718 lb (779 kg) | 1545 lb (701 kg) |
| Overall width | 63 in (160 cm) | 62 in (157.5 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 85 in (215.9 cm) | 83 in (210.8 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 12.5 in (31.8 cm) | 11 in (27.9 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 9.3 gal (35.2 L) | 10.6 gal (40.1 L) |
| Towing capacity | 2,000 lb (907 kg) | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $18,299 | $16,399 |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.