UTVSport
2024 Arctic Cat Wildcat XX
998cc Inline-3, liquid-cooled
$21,999
View full specsArctic Cat Wildcat XX vs Can-Am Maverick Sport 1000R
2024 Arctic Cat Wildcat XX vs 2025 Can-Am Maverick Sport 1000R: 130 vs 100 hp, 998 vs 976 cc, 1750 vs 1450 lb, $21,999 vs $18,999. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
UTVSport
2025 Can-Am Maverick Sport 1000R
976cc V-twin (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$18,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power130 hpvs100 hpWildcat XX wins
Lower price$21,999vs$18,999Maverick Sport 1000R wins
Lighter1750 lbvs1450 lbMaverick Sport 1000R wins
Bigger engine998 ccvs976 ccWildcat XX wins
Ground clearance14 invs12 inWildcat XX wins
Towingn/avsn/aTie
Across measured specs the Wildcat XX leads in 4 categoriesand the Maverick Sport 1000R in 2. Comparing two sport UTVs, the Wildcat XX runs a 998 cc inline-3 making about 130 hp, while the Maverick Sport 1000R uses a 976 cc v-twin (rotax) rated near 100 hp. The Wildcat XX has the power edge (130 hp vs 100 hp). The Maverick Sport 1000R is lighter at 1450 lb (vs 1750 lb). At $18,999 the Maverick Sport 1000R is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Wildcat XX Arctic Cat · 2024 View | Maverick Sport 1000R Can-Am · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 998 cc | 976 cc |
| Engine configuration | Inline-3 | V-twin (Rotax) |
| Cylinders | 3 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 130 hp | 100 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT | Automatic CVT |
| Drive system | 4WD | 4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Dry weight | 1750 lb (794 kg) | 1450 lb (658 kg) |
| Overall width | 64 in (162.6 cm) | 60 in (152.4 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 95 in (241.3 cm) | 90.6 in (230.1 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 14 in (35.6 cm) | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 11 gal (41.6 L) | 10 gal (37.9 L) |
| Towing capacity | n/a | n/a |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $21,999 | $18,999 |
| Model year | 2024 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.