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2024 Arctic Cat Wildcat XX
998cc Inline-3, liquid-cooled
$21,999
View full specsArctic Cat Wildcat XX vs Yamaha YXZ1000R SS
2024 Arctic Cat Wildcat XX vs 2025 Yamaha YXZ1000R SS: 130 vs 112 hp, 998 vs 998 cc, 1750 vs 1512 lb, $21,999 vs $22,299. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
UTVSport
2025 Yamaha YXZ1000R SS
998cc Inline-3, liquid-cooled
$22,299
View full specsAt a glance
More power130 hpvs112 hpWildcat XX wins
Lower price$21,999vs$22,299Wildcat XX wins
Lighter1750 lbvs1512 lbYXZ1000R SS wins
Bigger engine998 ccvs998 ccTie
Ground clearance14 invs13.2 inWildcat XX wins
Towingn/avsn/aTie
Across measured specs the Wildcat XX leads in 4 categoriesand the YXZ1000R SS in 1. Comparing two sport UTVs, the Wildcat XX runs a 998 cc inline-3 making about 130 hp, while the YXZ1000R SS uses a 998 cc inline-3 rated near 112 hp. The Wildcat XX has the power edge (130 hp vs 112 hp). The YXZ1000R SS is lighter at 1512 lb (vs 1750 lb). At $21,999 the Wildcat XX is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Wildcat XX Arctic Cat · 2024 View | YXZ1000R SS Yamaha · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine configuration | Inline-3 | Inline-3 |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 130 hp | 112 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT | Sport Shift 5-speed sequential |
| Drive system | 4WD | 4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Dry weight | 1750 lb (794 kg) | 1512 lb (686 kg) |
| Overall width | 64 in (162.6 cm) | 64 in (162.6 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 95 in (241.3 cm) | 90.6 in (230.1 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 14 in (35.6 cm) | 13.2 in (33.5 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 11 gal (41.6 L) | 9 gal (34.1 L) |
| Towing capacity | n/a | n/a |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $21,999 | $22,299 |
| Model year | 2024 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.