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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 Polaris Ranger 1000
2027 Arctic Cat Prowler 800 XT vs 2027 Polaris Ranger 1000: 50 vs 61 hp (unverified estimates), 812 cc vs 999 cc, 1718 lb dry vs 1487 lb dry, $18,299 vs $14,499. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2027 Polaris Ranger 1000
999cc Parallel-twin (ProStar SOHC), liquid-cooled
$14,499
View full specsAt a glance
More power50 hp est.vs61 hpUnverified estimates
Lower price$18,299vs$14,499Ranger 1000 wins
Weight1718 lb dryvs1487 lb dryRanger 1000 wins
Bigger engine812 ccvs999 ccRanger 1000 wins
Ground clearance12.5 invs12 inProwler 800 XT wins
Towing2,000 lbvs2,500 lbRanger 1000 wins
Across measured specs the Prowler 800 XT leads in 1 category and the Ranger 1000 in 5. Comparing two utility UTVs, the Prowler 800 XT uses a 812 cc inline-3 (4-stroke) with about 50 hp, while the Ranger 1000 uses a 999 cc parallel-twin (prostar sohc) with about 61 hp. At least one horsepower figure is an unverified estimate, so this comparison does not declare a power winner. The Ranger 1000 is lighter at 1487 lb (vs 1718 lb). At $14,499 the Ranger 1000 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Prowler 800 XT Arctic Cat · 2027 View | Ranger 1000 Polaris · 2027 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 812 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine configuration | Inline-3 (4-stroke) | Parallel-twin (ProStar SOHC) |
| Cylinders | 3 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 50 hp | 61 hp |
| Fuel system | Electronic fuel injection | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | TrailBloc automatic CVT (H/L/N/R/P) | Gen 2 Automatic PVT (H/L/N/R/P) |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD with rear differential lock | AWD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Dry weight | 1718 lb (779 kg) | 1487 lb (674 kg) |
| Overall width | 63 in (160 cm) | 62.5 in (158.8 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 85 in (215.9 cm) | 81 in (205.7 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 12.5 in (31.8 cm) | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 9.3 gal (35.2 L) | 11.35 gal (43 L) |
| Towing capacity | 2,000 lb (907 kg) | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $18,299 | $14,499 |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.