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2025 Can-Am Outlander 850
854cc V-twin (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$10,799
View full specsCan-Am Outlander 850 vs Polaris Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar
2025 Can-Am Outlander 850 vs 2025 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar: 78 vs 82 hp, 854 vs 999 cc, 795 vs 2040 lb, $10,799 vs $30,999. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2025 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar
999cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled
$30,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power 78 hp vs 82 hp Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar wins
Lower price $10,799 vs $30,999 Outlander 850 wins
Lighter 795 lb vs 2040 lb Outlander 850 wins
Bigger engine 854 cc vs 999 cc Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar wins
Ground clearance 12 in vs 13 in Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar wins
Towing 1,650 lb vs 2,500 lb Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar wins
Across measured specs the Outlander 850 leads in 2 categories and the Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar in 6. Comparing an ATV and a UTV, the Outlander 850 runs a 854 cc v-twin (rotax) making about 78 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 78 hp). The Outlander 850 is lighter at 795 lb (vs 2040 lb). At $10,799 the Outlander 850 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
| Outlander 850 Can-Am · 2025 View | Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar Polaris · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 854 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine configuration | V-twin (Rotax) | Parallel-twin |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 78 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 | 795 lb (361 kg) | 2040 lb (925 kg) |
| Overall width | 48 in (121.9 cm) | 62.5 in (158.8 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 51 in (129.5 cm) | 81 in (205.7 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 12 in (30.5 cm) | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.4 gal (20.4 L) | 11.5 gal (43.5 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,650 lb (748 kg) | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $10,799 | $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.