UTVUtility
2025 Can-Am Defender MAX HD10 Limited
976cc V-twin (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$29,999
View full specsCan-Am Defender MAX HD10 Limited vs Honda Pioneer 1000-6 Deluxe Crew
2025 Can-Am Defender MAX HD10 Limited vs 2025 Honda Pioneer 1000-6 Deluxe Crew: 82 vs 72 hp, 976 vs 999 cc, 2050 vs 2010 lb, $29,999 vs $23,999. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
UTVUtility
2025 Honda Pioneer 1000-6 Deluxe Crew
999cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled
$23,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power82 hpvs72 hpDefender MAX HD10 Limited wins
Lower price$29,999vs$23,999Pioneer 1000-6 Deluxe Crew wins
Lighter2050 lbvs2010 lbPioneer 1000-6 Deluxe Crew wins
Bigger engine976 ccvs999 ccPioneer 1000-6 Deluxe Crew wins
Ground clearance15 invs13 inDefender MAX HD10 Limited wins
Towing2,500 lbvs2,500 lbTie
Across measured specs the Defender MAX HD10 Limited leads in 3 categoriesand the Pioneer 1000-6 Deluxe Crew in 3. Comparing two utility UTVs, the Defender MAX HD10 Limited runs a 976 cc v-twin (rotax) making about 82 hp, while the Pioneer 1000-6 Deluxe Crew uses a 999 cc parallel-twin rated near 72 hp. The Defender MAX HD10 Limited has the power edge (82 hp vs 72 hp). The Pioneer 1000-6 Deluxe Crew is lighter at 2010 lb (vs 2050 lb). At $23,999 the Pioneer 1000-6 Deluxe Crew is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Defender MAX HD10 Limited Can-Am · 2025 View | Pioneer 1000-6 Deluxe Crew Honda · 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 | 72 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT (PRO-TORQ) | Automatic DCT 6-speed |
| Drive system | 4WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Dry weight | 2050 lb (930 kg) | 2010 lb (912 kg) |
| Overall width | 62 in (157.5 cm) | 64 in (162.6 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 121 in (307.3 cm) | 116.4 in (295.7 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 15 in (38.1 cm) | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 10 gal (37.9 L) | 7.9 gal (29.9 L) |
| Towing capacity | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $29,999 | $23,999 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.