UTVSport
2024 Arctic Cat Wildcat XX
998cc Inline-3, liquid-cooled
$21,999
View full specsArctic Cat Wildcat XX vs Polaris RZR XP 1000
2024 Arctic Cat Wildcat XX vs 2025 Polaris RZR XP 1000: 130 vs 114 hp, 998 vs 999 cc, 1750 vs 1543 lb, $21,999 vs $21,299. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
UTVSport
2025 Polaris RZR XP 1000
999cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled
$21,299
View full specsAt a glance
More power130 hpvs114 hpWildcat XX wins
Lower price$21,999vs$21,299RZR XP 1000 wins
Lighter1750 lbvs1543 lbRZR XP 1000 wins
Bigger engine998 ccvs999 ccRZR XP 1000 wins
Ground clearance14 invs13.5 inWildcat XX wins
Towingn/avsn/aTie
Across measured specs the Wildcat XX leads in 3 categoriesand the RZR XP 1000 in 3. Comparing two sport UTVs, the Wildcat XX runs a 998 cc inline-3 making about 130 hp, while the RZR XP 1000 uses a 999 cc parallel-twin rated near 114 hp. The Wildcat XX has the power edge (130 hp vs 114 hp). The RZR XP 1000 is lighter at 1543 lb (vs 1750 lb). At $21,299 the RZR XP 1000 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Wildcat XX Arctic Cat · 2024 View | RZR XP 1000 Polaris · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 998 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine configuration | Inline-3 | Parallel-twin |
| Cylinders | 3 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 130 hp | 114 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT | Automatic CVT (PVT) |
| Drive system | 4WD | 4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Dry weight | 1750 lb (794 kg) | 1543 lb (700 kg) |
| Overall width | 64 in (162.6 cm) | 64 in (162.6 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 95 in (241.3 cm) | 90 in (228.6 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 14 in (35.6 cm) | 13.5 in (34.3 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 11 gal (41.6 L) | 9.5 gal (36 L) |
| Towing capacity | n/a | n/a |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $21,999 | $21,299 |
| Model year | 2024 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.