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2027 Can-Am Defender DPS HD9
976cc V-twin (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$16,399
View full specsCan-Am Defender DPS HD9 vs Can-Am Defender XT HD10
2027 Can-Am Defender DPS HD9 vs 2027 Can-Am Defender XT HD10: 65 vs 80 hp, 976 cc vs 999 cc, 1545 lb dry vs 1870 lb dry, $16,399 vs $19,799. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2027 Can-Am Defender XT HD10
999cc Inline-3 (Rotax ACE), liquid-cooled
$19,799
View full specsAt a glance
More power65 hpvs80 hpDefender XT HD10 wins
Lower price$16,399vs$19,799Defender DPS HD9 wins
Weight1545 lb dryvs1870 lb dryDefender DPS HD9 wins
Bigger engine976 ccvs999 ccDefender XT HD10 wins
Ground clearance11 invs13 inDefender XT HD10 wins
Towing2,500 lbvs2,500 lbTie
Across measured specs the Defender DPS HD9 leads in 2 categories and the Defender XT HD10 in 4. Comparing two utility UTVs, the Defender DPS HD9 uses a 976 cc v-twin (rotax) with about 65 hp, while the Defender XT HD10 uses a 999 cc inline-3 (rotax ace) with about 80 hp. The Defender XT HD10 has the power edge (80 hp vs 65 hp). The Defender DPS HD9 is lighter at 1545 lb (vs 1870 lb). At $16,399 the Defender DPS HD9 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Defender DPS HD9 Can-Am · 2027 View | Defender XT HD10 Can-Am · 2027 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 976 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine configuration | V-twin (Rotax) | Inline-3 (Rotax ACE) |
| Cylinders | 2 | 3 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 65 hp | 80 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | PRO-TORQ QRS CVT (Extra-L/H/N/R/P) | pDrive + QRS CVT (L/H/N/R/P) |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Dry weight | 1545 lb (701 kg) | 1870 lb (848 kg) |
| Overall width | 62 in (157.5 cm) | 65 in (165.1 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 83 in (210.8 cm) | 85 in (215.9 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 11 in (27.9 cm) | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 10.6 gal (40.1 L) | 11.9 gal (45 L) |
| Towing capacity | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $16,399 | $19,799 |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.