Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Nitro 750 2007 vs Nitro Z-7 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Nitro 750 2007 vs Nitro Z-7 2013 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Nitro 750 2007 at 17,0 ft versus Nitro Z-7 2013 at 18,7 ft. At 135 lbs and 165 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 150 hp, the Nitro Z-7 2013 has a 60-hp advantage over the Nitro 750 2007's 90-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 Z-7 2013 carries 41 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Nitro 750 2007. 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 Z-7 2013 and its 150-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Nitro 750 2007 with its 90-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
Model Year2007
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.18
Beam - Meters2.39
Beam - Inches86
Beam - Inches94
Weight - Detail1,350 lbs
Weight - Detail1,650 lbs
Weight - kg612.35
Weight - kg748.43
Weight - lbs.135
Weight - lbs.165
Height [transom]22 in
Height [transom]22.5 in
Length - Feet17
Length - Feet18.67
Length - Inches6
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 6 in
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 8 in
Length overall - Meters5.33
Length overall - Meters5.69
Length overall - Inches21
Length overall - Inches224
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise16°
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail19 in
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters48.26
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches19
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail15 in
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.38
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches15
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardMercury? 90 ELPTO 2-stroke
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail41 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Liters155.2
Fuel tank capacity - Gal3
Fuel tank capacity - Gal41
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max90 hp
Engine max150 hp
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMercury®
Engine modelnot available
Engine model150 OptiMax® Pro XS
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,425 lbs
Maximum capacity1,390 lbs
Maximum people4
Maximum people4 / 600 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailNITRO? color-coordinated single axle drive-on
Trailer - DetailNitro? color-coordinated single-axle drive-on
Trailer - Length over allWith Transom Saver: 23 ft. 6 in. Without Transom Saver: 22 ft. 6 in
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Weight2,325 lbs
Trailer - WeightPackage: 3,200 lbs
Trailer - Width8 ft. 3 in
Trailer - WidthPackage: 8 ft. 6 in