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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 XT HD10
2027 Arctic Cat Prowler 800 XT vs 2027 Can-Am Defender XT HD10: 50 vs 80 hp (unverified estimates), 812 cc vs 999 cc, 1718 lb dry vs 1870 lb dry, $18,299 vs $19,799. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2027 Can-Am Defender XT HD10
999cc Inline-3 (Rotax ACE), liquid-cooled
$19,799
View full specsAt a glance
More power50 hp est.vs80 hpUnverified estimates
Lower price$18,299vs$19,799Prowler 800 XT wins
Weight1718 lb dryvs1870 lb dryProwler 800 XT wins
Bigger engine812 ccvs999 ccDefender XT HD10 wins
Ground clearance12.5 invs13 inDefender XT HD10 wins
Towing2,000 lbvs2,500 lbDefender XT HD10 wins
Across measured specs the Prowler 800 XT leads in 2 categories and the Defender XT HD10 in 4. Comparing two utility UTVs, the Prowler 800 XT uses a 812 cc inline-3 (4-stroke) with about 50 hp, while the Defender XT HD10 uses a 999 cc inline-3 (rotax ace) with about 80 hp. At least one horsepower figure is an unverified estimate, so this comparison does not declare a power winner. The Prowler 800 XT is lighter at 1718 lb (vs 1870 lb). At $18,299 the Prowler 800 XT is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Prowler 800 XT Arctic Cat · 2027 View | Defender XT HD10 Can-Am · 2027 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 812 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine configuration | Inline-3 (4-stroke) | Inline-3 (Rotax ACE) |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 50 hp | 80 hp |
| Fuel system | Electronic fuel injection | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | TrailBloc automatic CVT (H/L/N/R/P) | pDrive + QRS CVT (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) | 1870 lb (848 kg) |
| Overall width | 63 in (160 cm) | 65 in (165.1 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 85 in (215.9 cm) | 85 in (215.9 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 12.5 in (31.8 cm) | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 9.3 gal (35.2 L) | 11.9 gal (45 L) |
| Towing capacity | 2,000 lb (907 kg) | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $18,299 | $19,799 |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.