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 Polaris Ranger Crew XP 1000
2025 Can-Am Defender MAX HD10 Limited vs 2025 Polaris Ranger Crew XP 1000: 82 vs 82 hp, 976 vs 999 cc, 2050 vs 1900 lb, $29,999 vs $19,999. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
UTVUtility
2025 Polaris Ranger Crew XP 1000
999cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled
$19,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power82 hpvs82 hpTie
Lower price$29,999vs$19,999Ranger Crew XP 1000 wins
Lighter2050 lbvs1900 lbRanger Crew XP 1000 wins
Bigger engine976 ccvs999 ccRanger Crew XP 1000 wins
Ground clearance15 invs13 inDefender MAX HD10 Limited wins
Towing2,500 lbvs2,500 lbTie
Across measured specs the Defender MAX HD10 Limited leads in 1 categoryand the Ranger Crew XP 1000 in 4. Comparing two utility UTVs, the Defender MAX HD10 Limited runs a 976 cc v-twin (rotax) making about 82 hp, while the Ranger Crew XP 1000 uses a 999 cc parallel-twin rated near 82 hp. Both are rated for identical power. The Ranger Crew XP 1000 is lighter at 1900 lb (vs 2050 lb). At $19,999 the Ranger Crew XP 1000 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Defender MAX HD10 Limited Can-Am · 2025 View | Ranger Crew XP 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 | 82 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT (PRO-TORQ) | Automatic CVT (PVT) |
| Drive system | 4WD | 4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Dry weight | 2050 lb (930 kg) | 1900 lb (862 kg) |
| Overall width | 62 in (157.5 cm) | 62.5 in (158.8 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 121 in (307.3 cm) | 116 in (294.6 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) | $29,999 | $19,999 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.