ATV Utility
2025 Can-Am Outlander 500
500cc Single-cylinder (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$7,199
View full specsCan-Am Outlander 500 vs Can-Am Outlander 850
2025 Can-Am Outlander 500 vs 2025 Can-Am Outlander 850: 40 vs 78 hp, 500 vs 854 cc, 690 vs 795 lb, $7,199 vs $10,799. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
ATV Utility
2025 Can-Am Outlander 850
854cc V-twin (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$10,799
View full specsAt a glance
More power 40 hp vs 78 hp Outlander 850 wins
Lower price $7,199 vs $10,799 Outlander 500 wins
Lighter 690 lb vs 795 lb Outlander 500 wins
Bigger engine 500 cc vs 854 cc Outlander 850 wins
Ground clearance 10.5 in vs 12 in Outlander 850 wins
Towing 1,300 lb vs 1,650 lb Outlander 850 wins
Across measured specs the Outlander 500 leads in 2 categories and the Outlander 850 in 4. Comparing two utility ATVs, the Outlander 500 runs a 500 cc single-cylinder (rotax) making about 40 hp, while the Outlander 850 uses a 854 cc v-twin (rotax) rated near 78 hp. The Outlander 850 has the power edge (78 hp vs 40 hp). The Outlander 500 is lighter at 690 lb (vs 795 lb). At $7,199 the Outlander 500 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
| Outlander 500 Can-Am · 2025 View | Outlander 850 Can-Am · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 500 cc | 854 cc |
| Engine configuration | Single-cylinder (Rotax) | V-twin (Rotax) |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 40 hp | 78 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT | Automatic CVT |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 1 rider | 1 rider |
| Dry weight | 690 lb (313 kg) | 795 lb (361 kg) |
| Overall width | 46 in (116.8 cm) | 48 in (121.9 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 51 in (129.5 cm) | 51 in (129.5 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 10.5 in (26.7 cm) | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.4 gal (20.4 L) | 5.4 gal (20.4 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,300 lb (590 kg) | 1,650 lb (748 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $7,199 | $10,799 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.