Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Donzi 22 ZX 2005 vs Donzi 32 ZF 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Donzi 22 ZX 2005 vs Donzi 32 ZF 2005 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Donzi 32 ZF 2005 measures 32,0 feet overall (2005), giving it roughly 10,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Donzi 22 ZX 2005 at 22,0 feet (2005). At 38 lbs and 76 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The Donzi 32 ZF 2005 tops out at 600 hp. Engine specs for the Donzi 22 ZX 2005 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Donzi 22 ZX 2005 carries 51 gallons versus 29 gallons in the Donzi 32 ZF 2005. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Donzi 32 ZF 2005 is rated for 9 passengers, while the Donzi 22 ZX 2005 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Donzi 32 ZF 2005 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Donzi 32 ZF 2005 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 9 passengers and at 32,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Donzi 22 ZX 2005 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
Model Year2005
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam7 ft. 9 in. (2.36 m)
Beam9 ft. 2 in. (2.79 m)
Beam - Meters2.36
Beam - Meters2.79
Beam - Inches93
Beam - Inches11
Deadrise22℃ Z-Tech
Deadrise22℃ Z-Tech
Draft [drive up] - Detail17 in. (0.43 m)
Draft [drive up] - Detail28 in. (0.71 m)
Draft [drive up] meters0.43
Draft [drive up] meters0.71
Draft [drive up] inches17
Draft [drive up] inches28
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (0.86 m)
Draft [max] - Detail43 in. (1.09 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Meters1.09
Draft [max] - Inches34
Draft [max] - Inches43
Weight - Detail3,800 lbs. (1,724 kg)
Weight - Detail7,600 lbs. (3,447 kg)
Weight - kg1723.65
Weight - kg3447.3
Weight - lbs.38
Weight - lbs.76
Length - Meters6.78
Length - Meters9.78
Length - Feet22
Length - Feet32
Length - Inches3
Length - Inches1
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 3 in. (6.78 m)
Length overall - Detail32 ft. 1 in. (9.78 m)
Length overall - Meters6.78
Length overall - Meters9.78
Length overall - Inches267
Length overall - Inches385
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Detail7 ft. 2 in. (2.18 m) w/Arch 7 ft. 9 in. (2.36 m) w/T-Top 8 ft. 8 in. (2.64 m)
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.64
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches104
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail51 gal. (193.1 1)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail290 gal. (1,097.8 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters193.06
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1097.77
Fuel tank capacity - Gal51
Fuel tank capacity - Gal29
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max600 hp (447.42 kw)
Operational Info
Headroom3 ft. 9 in. (1.14 m)
Headroomnot available
Sleeping capacity2
Sleeping capacitynot available
Water capacity7 gal. (26.5 l)
Water capacity20 gal. (75.7 l)