Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Nitro 700 LX DC 2004 vs Nitro 929 CDX 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Nitro 700 LX DC 2004 vs Nitro 929 CDX 2008 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.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 300 hp, the Nitro 929 CDX 2008 has a 175-hp advantage over the Nitro 700 LX DC 2004's 125-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Nitro 929 CDX 2008 carries 57 gallons versus 24 gallons in the Nitro 700 LX DC 2004. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 4 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the Nitro 929 CDX 2008 and its 300-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Nitro 700 LX DC 2004 with its 125-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
Model700 LX DC
Model929 CDX
Model Year2004
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.13
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches84
Beam - Inches96
Weight - Detail1153 lbs
Weight - Detail1,919 lbs
Weight - kg522.99
Weight - kg870.44
Weight - lbs.1153
Weight - lbs.1919
Height [transom]22 in
Height [transom]22 in
Length overall - Detail17 ft
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 9 in
Length overall - Meters5.18
Length overall - Meters6.32
Length overall - Inches204
Length overall - Inches249
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet2
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches9
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 Gallons
Fuel tank capacity - Detail57 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85
Fuel tank capacity - Liters215.77
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Fuel tank capacity - Gal57
Engine max125 hp
Engine max300 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardMercury? 200 OptiMax?
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1090 lbs
Maximum capacity2,000 lbs
Maximum people4
Maximum people4
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Performance
Maximum speednot available
Maximum speed66 - 68
Trailer Info
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailNITRO? color-coordinated tandem axle drive-on
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over allwith Swing-Away: 22 ft. 8 in
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Weight3,300 lbs
Trailer - Widthnot available
Trailer - Width8 ft. 6 in