Can-Am DS X 90 vs Arctic Cat 90 DVX (2014)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Can-Am DS X 90stacks up against the Arctic Cat 90 DVX. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecCan-Am DS X 90Arctic Cat 90 DVX
Model year20142011
Price$3,699$2,699
Engine90 cc90 cc
Weight113 kg117 kg
Seat height27 mm
Fuel capacity0.7 L1.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Double drumExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires19/7-8 / 18/10-8 20/7-8 / 19/8-8

Can-Am DS X 90 vs Arctic Cat 90 DVX — which should you buy?

Picking between the Can-Am DS X 90 and the Arctic Cat 90 DVX usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Can-Am DS X 90 brings its published horsepower in a 113 kg package, while the Arctic Cat 90 DVX counters with its own power figure at 117 kg. On price, the Arctic Cat 90 DVX has the lower MSRP.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: