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2027 Can-Am Defender XU PRO XT HD10
976cc V-twin (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$25,399
View full specsCan-Am Defender XU PRO XT HD10 vs Kawasaki Ridge
2027 Can-Am Defender XU PRO XT HD10 vs 2026 Kawasaki Ridge: 82 vs 116 hp, 976 cc vs 999 cc, 1947 lb dry vs 1910 lb dry, $25,399 vs $21,599. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
UTVUtility
2026 Kawasaki Ridge
999cc Inline-4, liquid-cooled
$21,599
View full specsAt a glance
More power82 hpvs116 hpRidge wins
Lower price$25,399vs$21,599Ridge wins
Weight1947 lb dryvs1910 lb dryRidge wins
Bigger engine976 ccvs999 ccRidge wins
Ground clearance13 invs13 inTie
Towing2,500 lbvs2,500 lbTie
Across measured specs the Defender XU PRO XT HD10 leads in 0 categories and the Ridge in 5. Comparing two utility UTVs, the Defender XU PRO XT HD10 uses a 976 cc v-twin (rotax) with about 82 hp, while the Ridge uses a 999 cc inline-4 with about 116 hp. The Ridge has the power edge (116 hp vs 82 hp). The Ridge is lighter at 1910 lb (vs 1947 lb). At $21,599 the Ridge is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Defender XU PRO XT HD10 Can-Am · 2027 View | Ridge Kawasaki · 2026 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 976 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine configuration | V-twin (Rotax) | Inline-4 |
| Cylinders | 2 | 4 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 82 hp | 116 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | PRO-TORQ QRS CVT (Extra-L/H/N/R/P) | Automatic CVT |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Dry weight | 1947 lb (883 kg) | 1910 lb (866 kg) |
| Overall width | 64 in (162.6 cm) | 64 in (162.6 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 115.5 in (293.4 cm) | 90.7 in (230.4 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 13 in (33 cm) | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 10.6 gal (40.1 L) | 12.9 gal (48.8 L) |
| Towing capacity | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $25,399 | $21,599 |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.