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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 X2 1000 R-Spec
2025 Can-Am Commander 1000R vs 2026 Yamaha Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec: 100 vs 105 hp, 976 cc vs 999 cc, 1550 lb dry vs 1773 lb dry, $16,999 vs $16,999. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2026 Yamaha Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec
999cc Parallel-twin (DOHC, 8-valve), liquid-cooled
$16,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power100 hpvs105 hpWolverine X2 1000 R-Spec wins
Lower price$16,999vs$16,999Tie
Weight1550 lb dryvs1773 lb dryCommander 1000R wins
Bigger engine976 ccvs999 ccWolverine X2 1000 R-Spec wins
Ground clearance13 invs12.5 inCommander 1000R wins
Towing1,500 lbvsn/aCommander 1000R wins
Across measured specs the Commander 1000R leads in 4 categories and the Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec in 2. Comparing two recreation UTVs, the Commander 1000R uses a 976 cc v-twin (rotax) with about 100 hp, while the Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec uses a 999 cc parallel-twin (dohc, 8-valve) with about 105 hp. The Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec has the power edge (105 hp vs 100 hp). The Commander 1000R is lighter at 1550 lb (vs 1773 lb). The two carry the same MSRP.
Full specifications
Commander 1000R Can-Am · 2025 View | Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec Yamaha · 2026 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 976 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine configuration | V-twin (Rotax) | Parallel-twin (DOHC, 8-valve) |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 100 hp | 105 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT | Ultramatic V-belt (L/H/N/R) with all-wheel engine braking |
| Drive system | 4WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD/full-diff-lock 4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Dry weight | 1550 lb (703 kg) | 1773 lb (804 kg) |
| Overall width | 62 in (157.5 cm) | 63.6 in (161.5 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 90.6 in (230.1 cm) | 83.7 in (212.6 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 13 in (33 cm) | 12.5 in (31.8 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 10 gal (37.9 L) | 9.2 gal (34.8 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lb (680 kg) | n/a |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $16,999 | $16,999 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2026 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.