ATV Youth
2025 Can-Am DS 90
90cc Single-cylinder, air-cooled
$3,349
View full specsCan-Am DS 90 vs Polaris Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar
2025 Can-Am DS 90 vs 2025 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar: 6 vs 82 hp, 90 vs 999 cc, 271 vs 2040 lb, $3,349 vs $30,999. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
UTV Utility
2025 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar
999cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled
$30,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power 6 hp vs 82 hp Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar wins
Lower price $3,349 vs $30,999 DS 90 wins
Lighter 271 lb vs 2040 lb DS 90 wins
Bigger engine 90 cc vs 999 cc Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar wins
Ground clearance 4.7 in vs 13 in Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar wins
Towing n/a vs 2,500 lb Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar wins
Across measured specs the DS 90 leads in 2 categories and the Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar in 6. Comparing an ATV and a UTV, the DS 90 runs a 90 cc single-cylinder making about 6 hp, while the Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar uses a 999 cc parallel-twin rated near 82 hp. The Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar has the power edge (82 hp vs 6 hp). The DS 90 is lighter at 271 lb (vs 2040 lb). At $3,349 the DS 90 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
| DS 90 Can-Am · 2025 View | Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar Polaris · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 90 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine configuration | Single-cylinder | Parallel-twin |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Cooling | Air | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 6 hp | 82 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT | Automatic CVT (PVT) |
| Drive system | 2WD | 4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 1 rider | 3 seats |
| Dry weight | 271 lb (123 kg) | 2040 lb (925 kg) |
| Overall width | 37 in (94 cm) | 62.5 in (158.8 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 42 in (106.7 cm) | 81 in (205.7 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 4.7 in (11.9 cm) | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 1.8 gal (6.8 L) | 11.5 gal (43.5 L) |
| Towing capacity | n/a | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $3,349 | $30,999 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.