UTV Utility
2025 Can-Am Defender HD7
650cc Single-cylinder (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$12,999
View full specsCan-Am Defender HD7 vs Polaris Ranger 1000
2025 Can-Am Defender HD7 vs 2025 Polaris Ranger 1000: 52 vs 61 hp, 650 vs 999 cc, 1465 vs 1500 lb, $12,999 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 52 hp vs 61 hp Ranger 1000 wins
Lower price $12,999 vs $14,299 Defender HD7 wins
Lighter 1465 lb vs 1500 lb Defender HD7 wins
Bigger engine 650 cc vs 999 cc Ranger 1000 wins
Ground clearance 11 in vs 13 in Ranger 1000 wins
Towing 2,500 lb vs 2,500 lb Tie
Across measured specs the Defender HD7 leads in 2 categories and the Ranger 1000 in 4. Comparing two utility UTVs, the Defender HD7 runs a 650 cc single-cylinder (rotax) making about 52 hp, while the Ranger 1000 uses a 999 cc parallel-twin rated near 61 hp. The Ranger 1000 has the power edge (61 hp vs 52 hp). The Defender HD7 is lighter at 1465 lb (vs 1500 lb). At $12,999 the Defender HD7 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
| Defender HD7 Can-Am · 2025 View | Ranger 1000 Polaris · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 650 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine configuration | Single-cylinder (Rotax) | Parallel-twin |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 52 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 | 1465 lb (665 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 | 11 in (27.9 cm) | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 10.6 gal (40.1 L) | 11.5 gal (43.5 L) |
| Towing capacity | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $12,999 | $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.