ATVUtility
2025 Can-Am Outlander 500
500cc Single-cylinder (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$7,199
View full specsCan-Am Outlander 500 vs Polaris Sportsman 600
2025 Can-Am Outlander 500 vs 2027 Polaris Sportsman 600: 40 vs 44 hp, 500 vs 567 cc, 690 vs 703 lb, $7,199 vs $7,999. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
ATVUtility
2027 Polaris Sportsman 600
567cc Single-cylinder (ProStar SOHC), liquid-cooled
$7,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power40 hpvs44 hpSportsman 600 wins
Lower price$7,199vs$7,999Outlander 500 wins
Lighter690 lbvs703 lbOutlander 500 wins
Bigger engine500 ccvs567 ccSportsman 600 wins
Ground clearance10.5 invs11.5 inSportsman 600 wins
Towing1,300 lbvs1,350 lbSportsman 600 wins
Across measured specs the Outlander 500 leads in 3 categoriesand the Sportsman 600 in 4. Comparing two utility ATVs, the Outlander 500 runs a 500 cc single-cylinder (rotax) making about 40 hp, while the Sportsman 600 uses a 567 cc single-cylinder (prostar sohc) rated near 44 hp. The Sportsman 600 has the power edge (44 hp vs 40 hp). The Outlander 500 is lighter at 690 lb (vs 703 lb). At $7,199 the Outlander 500 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Outlander 500 Can-Am · 2025 View | Sportsman 600 Polaris · 2027 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 500 cc | 567 cc |
| Engine configuration | Single-cylinder (Rotax) | Single-cylinder (ProStar SOHC) |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 40 hp | 44 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT | Automatic PVT (P/R/N/L/H) |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 1 rider | 1 rider |
| Dry weight | 690 lb (313 kg) | 703 lb (319 kg) |
| Overall width | 46 in (116.8 cm) | 48 in (121.9 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 51 in (129.5 cm) | 50.5 in (128.3 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 10.5 in (26.7 cm) | 11.5 in (29.2 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.4 gal (20.4 L) | 4.5 gal (17 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,300 lb (590 kg) | 1,350 lb (612 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $7,199 | $7,999 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2027 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.