UTVUtility
2027 Can-Am Defender X mr HD11 with half-doors
999cc Inline-3 (Rotax ACE), liquid-cooled
$28,499
View full specsCan-Am Defender X mr HD11 with half-doors vs Can-Am Outlander MAX 6x6 Backcountry 1000R
2027 Can-Am Defender X mr HD11 with half-doors vs 2027 Can-Am Outlander MAX 6x6 Backcountry 1000R: 95 vs 101 hp, 999 vs 999 cc, 1870 vs 1449 lb, $28,499 vs $21,099. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
ATVUtility
2027 Can-Am Outlander MAX 6x6 Backcountry 1000R
999cc V-twin (Rotax DOHC), liquid-cooled
$21,099
View full specsAt a glance
More power95 hpvs101 hpOutlander MAX 6x6 Backcountry 1000R wins
Lower price$28,499vs$21,099Outlander MAX 6x6 Backcountry 1000R wins
Lighter1870 lbvs1449 lbOutlander MAX 6x6 Backcountry 1000R wins
Bigger engine999 ccvs999 ccTie
Ground clearance15 invs13 inDefender X mr HD11 with half-doors wins
Towing2,500 lbvs2,475 lbDefender X mr HD11 with half-doors wins
Across measured specs the Defender X mr HD11 with half-doors leads in 4 categoriesand the Outlander MAX 6x6 Backcountry 1000R in 3. Comparing an UTV and a ATV, the Defender X mr HD11 with half-doors runs a 999 cc inline-3 (rotax ace) making about 95 hp, while the Outlander MAX 6x6 Backcountry 1000R uses a 999 cc v-twin (rotax dohc) rated near 101 hp. The Outlander MAX 6x6 Backcountry 1000R has the power edge (101 hp vs 95 hp). The Outlander MAX 6x6 Backcountry 1000R is lighter at 1449 lb (vs 1870 lb). At $21,099 the Outlander MAX 6x6 Backcountry 1000R is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Defender X mr HD11 with half-doors Can-Am · 2027 View | Outlander MAX 6x6 Backcountry 1000R Can-Am · 2027 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 999 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine configuration | Inline-3 (Rotax ACE) | V-twin (Rotax DOHC) |
| Cylinders | 3 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 95 hp | 101 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | pDrive + QRS CVT (Extra-L/H/N/R/P) | pDrive CVT with work calibration (extra-low L/H/N/R/P) |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD | Selectable 4WD/6WD/Lock 6WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Dry weight | 1870 lb (848 kg) | 1449 lb (657 kg) |
| Overall width | 65 in (165.1 cm) | 49.7 in (126.2 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 85 in (215.9 cm) | 93.3 in (237 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 15 in (38.1 cm) | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 11.9 gal (45 L) | 5.1 gal (19.3 L) |
| Towing capacity | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) | 2,475 lb (1123 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $28,499 | $21,099 |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.