Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Nitro 750 2007 vs Nitro Z-9 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Nitro 750 2007 vs Nitro Z-9 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Nitro Z-9 2013 measures 20,8 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 3,8 additional feet of deck space compared to the Nitro 750 2007 at 17,0 feet (2007). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Nitro 750 2007 tips the scales at 135 lbs — 114 lbs more than the Nitro Z-9 2013 at 21 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 300 hp, the Nitro Z-9 2013 has a 210-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-9 2013 carries 68 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: The Nitro Z-9 2013 at 20,8 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Nitro 750 2007 at 17,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
Model Year2007
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.18
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches86
Beam - Inches96
Weight - Detail1,350 lbs
Weight - Detail2,100 lbs
Weight - kg612.35
Weight - kg952.54
Weight - lbs.135
Weight - lbs.21
Height [transom]22 in
Height [transom]22.5 in
Length - Feet17
Length - Feet20.75
Length - Inches6
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 6 in
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 9 in
Length overall - Meters5.33
Length overall - Meters6.32
Length overall - Inches21
Length overall - Inches249
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] - Detail16 in
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.41
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches16
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 - Detail68 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Liters257.41
Fuel tank capacity - Gal3
Fuel tank capacity - Gal68
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max90 hp
Engine max300 hp
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMercury®
Engine modelnot available
Engine model225 OptiMax® Pro XS with Torque Master
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,425 lbs
Maximum capacity2,150 lbs
Maximum people4
Maximum people4 / 1,250 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailNITRO? color-coordinated single axle drive-on
Trailer - DetailNitro? color-coordinated tandem 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: 4,050 lbs
Trailer - Width8 ft. 3 in
Trailer - WidthPackage: 8 ft. 6 in