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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 500
2025 Can-Am DS 90 vs 2025 Can-Am Outlander 500: 6 vs 40 hp, 90 vs 500 cc, 271 vs 690 lb, $3,349 vs $7,199. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2025 Can-Am Outlander 500
500cc Single-cylinder (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$7,199
View full specsAt a glance
More power 6 hp vs 40 hp Outlander 500 wins
Lower price $3,349 vs $7,199 DS 90 wins
Lighter 271 lb vs 690 lb DS 90 wins
Bigger engine 90 cc vs 500 cc Outlander 500 wins
Ground clearance 4.7 in vs 10.5 in Outlander 500 wins
Towing n/a vs 1,300 lb Outlander 500 wins
Across measured specs the DS 90 leads in 2 categories and the Outlander 500 in 5. Comparing ATVs, the DS 90 runs a 90 cc single-cylinder making about 6 hp, while the Outlander 500 uses a 500 cc single-cylinder (rotax) rated near 40 hp. The Outlander 500 has the power edge (40 hp vs 6 hp). The DS 90 is lighter at 271 lb (vs 690 lb). At $3,349 the DS 90 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
| DS 90 Can-Am · 2025 View | Outlander 500 Can-Am · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 90 cc | 500 cc |
| Engine configuration | Single-cylinder | Single-cylinder (Rotax) |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Cooling | Air | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 6 hp | 40 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) | 690 lb (313 kg) |
| Overall width | 37 in (94 cm) | 46 in (116.8 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 42 in (106.7 cm) | 51 in (129.5 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 4.7 in (11.9 cm) | 10.5 in (26.7 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 1.8 gal (6.8 L) | 5.4 gal (20.4 L) |
| Towing capacity | n/a | 1,300 lb (590 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $3,349 | $7,199 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.