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Can-Am Outlander 1000R XT vs Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 S

2025 Can-Am Outlander 1000R XT vs 2025 Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 S: 91 vs 90 hp, 976 vs 952 cc, 880 vs 936 lb, $12,999 vs $12,999. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.

2025 Can-Am Outlander 1000R XT
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2025 Can-Am Outlander 1000R XT

976cc V-twin (Rotax), liquid-cooled

$12,999

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2025 Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 S
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2025 Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 S

952cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled

$12,999

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At a glance

More power 91 hp vs 90 hp Outlander 1000R XT wins
Lower price $12,999 vs $12,999 Tie
Lighter 880 lb vs 936 lb Outlander 1000R XT wins
Bigger engine 976 cc vs 952 cc Outlander 1000R XT wins
Ground clearance 12 in vs 14.5 in Sportsman XP 1000 S wins
Towing 1,650 lb vs 1,750 lb Sportsman XP 1000 S wins

Across measured specs the Outlander 1000R XT leads in 4 categories and the Sportsman XP 1000 S in 2. Comparing two utility ATVs, the Outlander 1000R XT runs a 976 cc v-twin (rotax) making about 91 hp, while the Sportsman XP 1000 S uses a 952 cc parallel-twin rated near 90 hp. The Outlander 1000R XT has the power edge (91 hp vs 90 hp). The Outlander 1000R XT is lighter at 880 lb (vs 936 lb). The two carry the same MSRP.

Full specifications

Outlander 1000R XT
Can-Am · 2025
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Sportsman XP 1000 S
Polaris · 2025
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Engine
Displacement 976 cc 952 cc
Engine configuration V-twin (Rotax) Parallel-twin
Cylinders 2 2
Cooling Liquid Liquid
Power (approx.) 91 hp 90 hp
Fuel system EFI EFI
Starter Electric Electric
Drivetrain
Transmission Automatic CVT Automatic CVT (PVT)
Drive system Selectable 2WD/4WD Selectable 2WD/4WD
Dimensions & capacity
Seating 1 rider 1 rider
Dry weight 880 lb (399 kg) 936 lb (425 kg)
Overall width 48 in (121.9 cm) 55 in (139.7 cm)
Wheelbase 51 in (129.5 cm) 55 in (139.7 cm)
Ground clearance 12 in (30.5 cm) 14.5 in (36.8 cm)
Fuel capacity 5.4 gal (20.4 L) 5.25 gal (19.9 L)
Towing capacity 1,650 lb (748 kg) 1,750 lb (794 kg)
Pricing
MSRP (base) $12,999 $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.

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