ATV Utility
2025 Can-Am Outlander 500
500cc Single-cylinder (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$7,199
View full specsCan-Am Outlander 500 vs Polaris Ranger 1000
2025 Can-Am Outlander 500 vs 2025 Polaris Ranger 1000: 40 vs 61 hp, 500 vs 999 cc, 690 vs 1500 lb, $7,199 vs $14,299. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
UTV Utility
2025 Polaris Ranger 1000
999cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled
$14,299
View full specsAt a glance
More power 40 hp vs 61 hp Ranger 1000 wins
Lower price $7,199 vs $14,299 Outlander 500 wins
Lighter 690 lb vs 1500 lb Outlander 500 wins
Bigger engine 500 cc vs 999 cc Ranger 1000 wins
Ground clearance 10.5 in vs 13 in Ranger 1000 wins
Towing 1,300 lb vs 2,500 lb Ranger 1000 wins
Across measured specs the Outlander 500 leads in 2 categories and the Ranger 1000 in 6. Comparing an ATV and a UTV, the Outlander 500 runs a 500 cc single-cylinder (rotax) making about 40 hp, while the Ranger 1000 uses a 999 cc parallel-twin rated near 61 hp. The Ranger 1000 has the power edge (61 hp vs 40 hp). The Outlander 500 is lighter at 690 lb (vs 1500 lb). At $7,199 the Outlander 500 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
| Outlander 500 Can-Am · 2025 View | Ranger 1000 Polaris · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 500 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine configuration | Single-cylinder (Rotax) | Parallel-twin |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 40 hp | 61 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 | 3 seats |
| Dry weight | 690 lb (313 kg) | 1500 lb (680 kg) |
| Overall width | 46 in (116.8 cm) | 60 in (152.4 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 51 in (129.5 cm) | 81 in (205.7 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 10.5 in (26.7 cm) | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.4 gal (20.4 L) | 11.5 gal (43.5 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,300 lb (590 kg) | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $7,199 | $14,299 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.