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2025 Can-Am Commander MAX XT
976cc V-twin (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$21,499
View full specsCan-Am Commander MAX XT vs Honda Pioneer 1000-5 Deluxe
2025 Can-Am Commander MAX XT vs 2025 Honda Pioneer 1000-5 Deluxe: 100 vs 72 hp, 976 vs 999 cc, 1750 vs 1750 lb, $21,499 vs $20,300. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2025 Honda Pioneer 1000-5 Deluxe
999cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled
$20,300
View full specsAt a glance
More power100 hpvs72 hpCommander MAX XT wins
Lower price$21,499vs$20,300Pioneer 1000-5 Deluxe wins
Lighter1750 lbvs1750 lbTie
Bigger engine976 ccvs999 ccPioneer 1000-5 Deluxe wins
Ground clearance13 invs12.5 inCommander MAX XT wins
Towing1,500 lbvs2,500 lbPioneer 1000-5 Deluxe wins
Across measured specs the Commander MAX XT leads in 3 categoriesand the Pioneer 1000-5 Deluxe in 4. Comparing UTVs, the Commander MAX XT runs a 976 cc v-twin (rotax) making about 100 hp, while the Pioneer 1000-5 Deluxe uses a 999 cc parallel-twin rated near 72 hp. The Commander MAX XT has the power edge (100 hp vs 72 hp). At $20,300 the Pioneer 1000-5 Deluxe is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Commander MAX XT Can-Am · 2025 View | Pioneer 1000-5 Deluxe Honda · 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 | 72 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT | Automatic DCT 6-speed |
| Drive system | 4WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Dry weight | 1750 lb (794 kg) | 1750 lb (794 kg) |
| Overall width | 62 in (157.5 cm) | 63 in (160 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 130 in (330.2 cm) | 80.2 in (203.7 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 13 in (33 cm) | 12.5 in (31.8 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 10 gal (37.9 L) | 7.9 gal (29.9 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lb (680 kg) | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $21,499 | $20,300 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.