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2027 Polaris Ranger 1000
999cc Parallel-twin (ProStar SOHC), liquid-cooled
$14,499
View full specsPolaris Ranger 1000 vs Yamaha Viking EPS
2027 Polaris Ranger 1000 vs 2026 Yamaha Viking EPS: 61 vs 47 hp, 999 cc vs 686 cc, 1487 lb dry vs 1475 lb dry, $14,499 vs $14,299. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
UTVUtility
2026 Yamaha Viking EPS
686cc Single-cylinder (SOHC, 4-valve), liquid-cooled
$14,299
View full specsAt a glance
More power61 hpvs47 hpRanger 1000 wins
Lower price$14,499vs$14,299Viking EPS wins
Weight1487 lb dryvs1475 lb dryViking EPS wins
Bigger engine999 ccvs686 ccRanger 1000 wins
Ground clearance12 invs11.8 inRanger 1000 wins
Towing2,500 lbvs1,500 lbRanger 1000 wins
Across measured specs the Ranger 1000 leads in 5 categories and the Viking EPS in 2. Comparing two utility UTVs, the Ranger 1000 uses a 999 cc parallel-twin (prostar sohc) with about 61 hp, while the Viking EPS uses a 686 cc single-cylinder (sohc, 4-valve) with about 47 hp. The Ranger 1000 has the power edge (61 hp vs 47 hp). The Viking EPS is lighter at 1475 lb (vs 1487 lb). At $14,299 the Viking EPS is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Ranger 1000 Polaris · 2027 View | Viking EPS Yamaha · 2026 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 999 cc | 686 cc |
| Engine configuration | Parallel-twin (ProStar SOHC) | Single-cylinder (SOHC, 4-valve) |
| Cylinders | 2 | 1 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 61 hp | 47 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Gen 2 Automatic PVT (H/L/N/R/P) | Ultramatic V-belt CVT (L/H/N/R) with all-wheel engine braking |
| Drive system | AWD | On-Command 2WD / limited-slip 4WD / locked 4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Dry weight | 1487 lb (674 kg) | 1475 lb (669 kg) |
| Overall width | 62.5 in (158.8 cm) | 61.8 in (157 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 81 in (205.7 cm) | 84.1 in (213.6 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 12 in (30.5 cm) | 11.8 in (30 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 11.35 gal (43 L) | 9.7 gal (36.7 L) |
| Towing capacity | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) | 1,500 lb (680 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $14,499 | $14,299 |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.