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2025 Can-Am DS 90
90cc Single-cylinder, air-cooled
$3,349
View full specsCan-Am DS 90 vs Can-Am Outlander 1000R XT
2025 Can-Am DS 90 vs 2025 Can-Am Outlander 1000R XT: 6 vs 91 hp, 90 vs 976 cc, 271 vs 880 lb, $3,349 vs $12,999. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2025 Can-Am Outlander 1000R XT
976cc V-twin (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$12,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power 6 hp vs 91 hp Outlander 1000R XT wins
Lower price $3,349 vs $12,999 DS 90 wins
Lighter 271 lb vs 880 lb DS 90 wins
Bigger engine 90 cc vs 976 cc Outlander 1000R XT wins
Ground clearance 4.7 in vs 12 in Outlander 1000R XT wins
Towing n/a vs 1,650 lb Outlander 1000R XT wins
Across measured specs the DS 90 leads in 2 categories and the Outlander 1000R XT in 5. Comparing ATVs, the DS 90 runs a 90 cc single-cylinder making about 6 hp, while the Outlander 1000R XT uses a 976 cc v-twin (rotax) rated near 91 hp. The Outlander 1000R XT has the power edge (91 hp vs 6 hp). The DS 90 is lighter at 271 lb (vs 880 lb). At $3,349 the DS 90 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
| DS 90 Can-Am · 2025 View | Outlander 1000R XT Can-Am · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 90 cc | 976 cc |
| Engine configuration | Single-cylinder | V-twin (Rotax) |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Cooling | Air | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 6 hp | 91 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT | Automatic CVT |
| Drive system | 2WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 1 rider | 1 rider |
| Dry weight | 271 lb (123 kg) | 880 lb (399 kg) |
| Overall width | 37 in (94 cm) | 48 in (121.9 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 42 in (106.7 cm) | 51 in (129.5 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 4.7 in (11.9 cm) | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 1.8 gal (6.8 L) | 5.4 gal (20.4 L) |
| Towing capacity | n/a | 1,650 lb (748 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $3,349 | $12,999 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.