ATV Utility
2025 Can-Am Outlander 500
500cc Single-cylinder (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$7,199
View full specsCan-Am Outlander 500 vs Polaris Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar
2025 Can-Am Outlander 500 vs 2025 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar: 40 vs 82 hp, 500 vs 999 cc, 690 vs 2040 lb, $7,199 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 40 hp vs 82 hp Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar wins
Lower price $7,199 vs $30,999 Outlander 500 wins
Lighter 690 lb vs 2040 lb Outlander 500 wins
Bigger engine 500 cc vs 999 cc Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar wins
Ground clearance 10.5 in vs 13 in Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar wins
Towing 1,300 lb vs 2,500 lb Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar wins
Across measured specs the Outlander 500 leads in 2 categories and the Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar 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 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 40 hp). The Outlander 500 is lighter at 690 lb (vs 2040 lb). At $7,199 the Outlander 500 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
| Outlander 500 Can-Am · 2025 View | Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar 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 | 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 | 690 lb (313 kg) | 2040 lb (925 kg) |
| Overall width | 46 in (116.8 cm) | 62.5 in (158.8 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 | $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.