UTV Recreation
2025 Can-Am Commander 1000R
976cc V-twin (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$16,999
View full specsCan-Am Commander 1000R vs Polaris Ranger Crew XP 1000
2025 Can-Am Commander 1000R vs 2025 Polaris Ranger Crew XP 1000: 100 vs 82 hp, 976 vs 999 cc, 1550 vs 1900 lb, $16,999 vs $19,999. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
UTV Utility
2025 Polaris Ranger Crew XP 1000
999cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled
$19,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power 100 hp vs 82 hp Commander 1000R wins
Lower price $16,999 vs $19,999 Commander 1000R wins
Lighter 1550 lb vs 1900 lb Commander 1000R wins
Bigger engine 976 cc vs 999 cc Ranger Crew XP 1000 wins
Ground clearance 13 in vs 13 in Tie
Towing 1,500 lb vs 2,500 lb Ranger Crew XP 1000 wins
Across measured specs the Commander 1000R leads in 3 categories and the Ranger Crew XP 1000 in 4. Comparing UTVs, the Commander 1000R runs a 976 cc v-twin (rotax) making about 100 hp, while the Ranger Crew XP 1000 uses a 999 cc parallel-twin rated near 82 hp. The Commander 1000R has the power edge (100 hp vs 82 hp). The Commander 1000R is lighter at 1550 lb (vs 1900 lb). At $16,999 the Commander 1000R is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
| Commander 1000R Can-Am · 2025 View | Ranger Crew XP 1000 Polaris · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 976 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine configuration | V-twin (Rotax) | Parallel-twin |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 100 hp | 82 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT | Automatic CVT (PVT) |
| Drive system | 4WD | 4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Dry weight | 1550 lb (703 kg) | 1900 lb (862 kg) |
| Overall width | 62 in (157.5 cm) | 62.5 in (158.8 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 90.6 in (230.1 cm) | 116 in (294.6 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 13 in (33 cm) | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 10 gal (37.9 L) | 11.5 gal (43.5 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lb (680 kg) | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $16,999 | $19,999 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.