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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 850
2025 Can-Am Commander 1000R vs 2025 Yamaha Wolverine X2 850: 100 vs 70 hp, 976 vs 847 cc, 1550 vs 1500 lb, $16,999 vs $16,499. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2025 Yamaha Wolverine X2 850
847cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled
$16,499
View full specsAt a glance
More power100 hpvs70 hpCommander 1000R wins
Lower price$16,999vs$16,499Wolverine X2 850 wins
Lighter1550 lbvs1500 lbWolverine X2 850 wins
Bigger engine976 ccvs847 ccCommander 1000R wins
Ground clearance13 invs11.4 inCommander 1000R wins
Towing1,500 lbvs2,000 lbWolverine X2 850 wins
Across measured specs the Commander 1000R leads in 4 categoriesand the Wolverine X2 850 in 3. Comparing two recreation UTVs, the Commander 1000R runs a 976 cc v-twin (rotax) making about 100 hp, while the Wolverine X2 850 uses a 847 cc parallel-twin rated near 70 hp. The Commander 1000R has the power edge (100 hp vs 70 hp). The Wolverine X2 850 is lighter at 1500 lb (vs 1550 lb). At $16,499 the Wolverine X2 850 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Commander 1000R Can-Am · 2025 View | Wolverine X2 850 Yamaha · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 976 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine configuration | V-twin (Rotax) | Parallel-twin |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 100 hp | 70 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) | 1500 lb (680 kg) |
| Overall width | 62 in (157.5 cm) | 60.6 in (153.9 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 90.6 in (230.1 cm) | 80.6 in (204.7 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 13 in (33 cm) | 11.4 in (29 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 | $16,499 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.