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2025 Can-Am Outlander 500
500cc Single-cylinder (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$7,199
View full specsCan-Am Outlander 500 vs Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 S
2025 Can-Am Outlander 500 vs 2025 Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 S: 40 vs 90 hp, 500 vs 952 cc, 690 vs 936 lb, $7,199 vs $12,999. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2025 Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 S
952cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled
$12,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power 40 hp vs 90 hp Sportsman XP 1000 S wins
Lower price $7,199 vs $12,999 Outlander 500 wins
Lighter 690 lb vs 936 lb Outlander 500 wins
Bigger engine 500 cc vs 952 cc Sportsman XP 1000 S wins
Ground clearance 10.5 in vs 14.5 in Sportsman XP 1000 S wins
Towing 1,300 lb vs 1,750 lb Sportsman XP 1000 S wins
Across measured specs the Outlander 500 leads in 3 categories and the Sportsman XP 1000 S in 4. Comparing two utility ATVs, the Outlander 500 runs a 500 cc single-cylinder (rotax) making about 40 hp, while the Sportsman XP 1000 S uses a 952 cc parallel-twin rated near 90 hp. The Sportsman XP 1000 S has the power edge (90 hp vs 40 hp). The Outlander 500 is lighter at 690 lb (vs 936 lb). At $7,199 the Outlander 500 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
| Outlander 500 Can-Am · 2025 View | Sportsman XP 1000 S Polaris · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 500 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine configuration | Single-cylinder (Rotax) | Parallel-twin |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 40 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 | 690 lb (313 kg) | 936 lb (425 kg) |
| Overall width | 46 in (116.8 cm) | 55 in (139.7 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 51 in (129.5 cm) | 55 in (139.7 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 10.5 in (26.7 cm) | 14.5 in (36.8 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.4 gal (20.4 L) | 5.25 gal (19.9 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,300 lb (590 kg) | 1,750 lb (794 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $7,199 | $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.