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2025 Can-Am Commander 1000R
976cc V-twin (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$16,999
View full specsCan-Am Commander 1000R vs Yamaha Wolverine RMAX2 1000
2025 Can-Am Commander 1000R vs 2025 Yamaha Wolverine RMAX2 1000: 100 vs 108 hp, 976 vs 999 cc, 1550 vs 1900 lb, $16,999 vs $20,799. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2025 Yamaha Wolverine RMAX2 1000
999cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled
$20,799
View full specsAt a glance
More power100 hpvs108 hpWolverine RMAX2 1000 wins
Lower price$16,999vs$20,799Commander 1000R wins
Lighter1550 lbvs1900 lbCommander 1000R wins
Bigger engine976 ccvs999 ccWolverine RMAX2 1000 wins
Ground clearance13 invs13.8 inWolverine RMAX2 1000 wins
Towing1,500 lbvs2,000 lbWolverine RMAX2 1000 wins
Across measured specs the Commander 1000R leads in 3 categoriesand the Wolverine RMAX2 1000 in 4. Comparing two recreation UTVs, the Commander 1000R runs a 976 cc v-twin (rotax) making about 100 hp, while the Wolverine RMAX2 1000 uses a 999 cc parallel-twin rated near 108 hp. The Wolverine RMAX2 1000 has the power edge (108 hp vs 100 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 | Wolverine RMAX2 1000 Yamaha · 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 | 108 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT | Ultramatic CVT |
| Drive system | 4WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Dry weight | 1550 lb (703 kg) | 1900 lb (862 kg) |
| Overall width | 62 in (157.5 cm) | 64 in (162.6 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 90.6 in (230.1 cm) | 86.7 in (220.2 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 13 in (33 cm) | 13.8 in (35.1 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 10 gal (37.9 L) | 9.2 gal (34.8 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lb (680 kg) | 2,000 lb (907 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $16,999 | $20,799 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.