ATVUtility
2027 Can-Am Outlander MAX 6x6 Backcountry 1000R
999cc V-twin (Rotax DOHC), liquid-cooled
$21,099
View full specsCan-Am Outlander MAX 6x6 Backcountry 1000R vs Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 Ultimate
2027 Can-Am Outlander MAX 6x6 Backcountry 1000R vs 2027 Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 Ultimate: 101 vs 90 hp, 999 cc vs 952 cc, 1449 lb dry vs 904 lb dry, $21,099 vs $15,999. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2027 Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 Ultimate
952cc Parallel-twin (ProStar SOHC), liquid-cooled
$15,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power101 hpvs90 hpOutlander MAX 6x6 Backcountry 1000R wins
Lower price$21,099vs$15,999Sportsman XP 1000 Ultimate wins
Weight1449 lb dryvs904 lb drySportsman XP 1000 Ultimate wins
Bigger engine999 ccvs952 ccOutlander MAX 6x6 Backcountry 1000R wins
Ground clearance13 invs12 inOutlander MAX 6x6 Backcountry 1000R wins
Towing2,475 lbvs1,500 lbOutlander MAX 6x6 Backcountry 1000R wins
Across measured specs the Outlander MAX 6x6 Backcountry 1000R leads in 5 categories and the Sportsman XP 1000 Ultimate in 3. Comparing two utility ATVs, the Outlander MAX 6x6 Backcountry 1000R uses a 999 cc v-twin (rotax dohc) with about 101 hp, while the Sportsman XP 1000 Ultimate uses a 952 cc parallel-twin (prostar sohc) with about 90 hp. The Outlander MAX 6x6 Backcountry 1000R has the power edge (101 hp vs 90 hp). The Sportsman XP 1000 Ultimate is lighter at 904 lb (vs 1449 lb). At $15,999 the Sportsman XP 1000 Ultimate is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Outlander MAX 6x6 Backcountry 1000R Can-Am · 2027 View | Sportsman XP 1000 Ultimate Polaris · 2027 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 999 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine configuration | V-twin (Rotax DOHC) | Parallel-twin (ProStar SOHC) |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 101 hp | 90 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | pDrive CVT with work calibration (extra-low L/H/N/R/P) | Automatic PVT (P/R/N/L/H) |
| Drive system | Selectable 4WD/6WD/Lock 6WD | Selectable one-touch on-demand AWD/2WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 2 seats | 1 rider |
| Dry weight | 1449 lb (657 kg) | 904 lb (410 kg) |
| Overall width | 49.7 in (126.2 cm) | 47.6 in (120.9 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 93.3 in (237 cm) | 53 in (134.6 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 13 in (33 cm) | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.1 gal (19.3 L) | 5.25 gal (19.9 L) |
| Towing capacity | 2,475 lb (1123 kg) | 1,500 lb (680 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $21,099 | $15,999 |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.