ATV Utility
2025 Can-Am Outlander 1000R XT
976cc V-twin (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$12,999
View full specsCan-Am Outlander 1000R XT vs Polaris Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar
2025 Can-Am Outlander 1000R XT vs 2025 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar: 91 vs 82 hp, 976 vs 999 cc, 880 vs 2040 lb, $12,999 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 91 hp vs 82 hp Outlander 1000R XT wins
Lower price $12,999 vs $30,999 Outlander 1000R XT wins
Lighter 880 lb vs 2040 lb Outlander 1000R XT wins
Bigger engine 976 cc vs 999 cc Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar wins
Ground clearance 12 in vs 13 in Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar wins
Towing 1,650 lb vs 2,500 lb Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar wins
Across measured specs the Outlander 1000R XT leads in 3 categories and the Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar in 5. Comparing an ATV and a UTV, the Outlander 1000R XT runs a 976 cc v-twin (rotax) making about 91 hp, while the Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar uses a 999 cc parallel-twin rated near 82 hp. The Outlander 1000R XT has the power edge (91 hp vs 82 hp). The Outlander 1000R XT is lighter at 880 lb (vs 2040 lb). At $12,999 the Outlander 1000R XT is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
| Outlander 1000R XT Can-Am · 2025 View | Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar Polaris · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 976 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine configuration | V-twin (Rotax) | Parallel-twin |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 91 hp | 82 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT | Automatic CVT (PVT) |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD | 4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 1 rider | 3 seats |
| Dry weight | 880 lb (399 kg) | 2040 lb (925 kg) |
| Overall width | 48 in (121.9 cm) | 62.5 in (158.8 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 51 in (129.5 cm) | 81 in (205.7 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 12 in (30.5 cm) | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.4 gal (20.4 L) | 11.5 gal (43.5 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,650 lb (748 kg) | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $12,999 | $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.