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2026 Honda Pioneer 520
518cc Single-cylinder (OHV), liquid-cooled
$10,999
View full specsHonda Pioneer 520 vs Yamaha Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec
2026 Honda Pioneer 520 vs 2026 Yamaha Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec: 35 vs 105 hp, 518 cc vs 999 cc, 1060 lb dry vs 1773 lb dry, $10,999 vs $16,999. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2026 Yamaha Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec
999cc Parallel-twin (DOHC, 8-valve), liquid-cooled
$16,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power35 hpvs105 hpWolverine X2 1000 R-Spec wins
Lower price$10,999vs$16,999Pioneer 520 wins
Weight1060 lb dryvs1773 lb dryPioneer 520 wins
Bigger engine518 ccvs999 ccWolverine X2 1000 R-Spec wins
Ground clearance8.5 invs12.5 inWolverine X2 1000 R-Spec wins
Towing1,000 lbvsn/aPioneer 520 wins
Across measured specs the Pioneer 520 leads in 3 categories and the Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec in 4. Comparing UTVs, the Pioneer 520 uses a 518 cc single-cylinder (ohv) with about 35 hp, while the Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec uses a 999 cc parallel-twin (dohc, 8-valve) with about 105 hp. The Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec has the power edge (105 hp vs 35 hp). The Pioneer 520 is lighter at 1060 lb (vs 1773 lb). At $10,999 the Pioneer 520 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Pioneer 520 Honda · 2026 View | Wolverine X2 1000 R-Spec Yamaha · 2026 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 518 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine configuration | Single-cylinder (OHV) | Parallel-twin (DOHC, 8-valve) |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 35 hp | 105 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic with AT/MT modes | Ultramatic V-belt (L/H/N/R) with all-wheel engine braking |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD with locking front differential | Selectable 2WD/4WD/full-diff-lock 4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Dry weight | 1060 lb (481 kg) | 1773 lb (804 kg) |
| Overall width | 50 in (127 cm) | 63.6 in (161.5 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 73 in (185.4 cm) | 83.7 in (212.6 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 8.5 in (21.6 cm) | 12.5 in (31.8 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.1 gal (15.5 L) | 9.2 gal (34.8 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,000 lb (454 kg) | n/a |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $10,999 | $16,999 |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.