UTV Utility
2025 Can-Am Defender HD10
976cc V-twin (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$16,999
View full specsCan-Am Defender HD10 vs Polaris Ranger 1000
2025 Can-Am Defender HD10 vs 2025 Polaris Ranger 1000: 82 vs 61 hp, 976 vs 999 cc, 1620 vs 1500 lb, $16,999 vs $14,299. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
UTV Utility
2025 Polaris Ranger 1000
999cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled
$14,299
View full specsAt a glance
More power 82 hp vs 61 hp Defender HD10 wins
Lower price $16,999 vs $14,299 Ranger 1000 wins
Lighter 1620 lb vs 1500 lb Ranger 1000 wins
Bigger engine 976 cc vs 999 cc Ranger 1000 wins
Ground clearance 15 in vs 13 in Defender HD10 wins
Towing 2,500 lb vs 2,500 lb Tie
Across measured specs the Defender HD10 leads in 2 categories and the Ranger 1000 in 4. Comparing two utility UTVs, the Defender HD10 runs a 976 cc v-twin (rotax) making about 82 hp, while the Ranger 1000 uses a 999 cc parallel-twin rated near 61 hp. The Defender HD10 has the power edge (82 hp vs 61 hp). The Ranger 1000 is lighter at 1500 lb (vs 1620 lb). At $14,299 the Ranger 1000 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
| Defender HD10 Can-Am · 2025 View | Ranger 1000 Polaris · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 976 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine configuration | V-twin (Rotax) | Parallel-twin |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 82 hp | 61 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT (PRO-TORQ) | Automatic CVT (PVT) |
| Drive system | 4WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Dry weight | 1620 lb (735 kg) | 1500 lb (680 kg) |
| Overall width | 62 in (157.5 cm) | 60 in (152.4 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 83 in (210.8 cm) | 81 in (205.7 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 15 in (38.1 cm) | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 10 gal (37.9 L) | 11.5 gal (43.5 L) |
| Towing capacity | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $16,999 | $14,299 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.