The Rampage 24 Rampage 1990 vs Rampage 38 Express 2001 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 Rampage 24 Rampage 1990 carries a rated maximum of 315 hp. Engine data for the Rampage 38 Express 2001 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Rampage 24 Rampage 1990 carries 11 gallons versus 4 gallons in the Rampage 38 Express 2001. 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 Rampage 38 Express 2001 is rated for 11 passengers, while the Rampage 24 Rampage 1990 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Rampage 38 Express 2001 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Rampage 38 Express 2001 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 11 passengers and at 38,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Rampage 24 Rampage 1990 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 7 that costs less to run day-to-day.