Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Ranger 175VS 2005 vs Ranger 191 Cayman 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Ranger 175VS 2005 vs Ranger 191 Cayman 2010 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 200 hp, the Ranger 191 Cayman 2010 has a 110-hp advantage over the Ranger 175VS 2005'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 Ranger 191 Cayman 2010 carries 48 gallons versus 25 gallons in the Ranger 175VS 2005. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 5 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 Ranger 191 Cayman 2010 and its 200-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Ranger 175VS 2005 with its 90-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
Model175VS
Model191 Cayman
Model Year2005
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam87 in
Beam93 in. With Rubrail: 94.5 in
Beam - Meters2.21
Beam - Meters2.41
Beam - Inches87
Beam - Inches94.5
Depth - Detail22 in
Depth - Detail14 in
Depth - Centimeters55.88
Depth - Centimeters35.56
Depth - Inches22
Depth - Inches14
Weight - Detail1,340 lbs. (w/Single Console) 1,365 lbs. (w/Dual Console)
Weight - DetailDeck / Hull: 1,180 lbs
Weight - kg619.15
Weight - kg535.24
Weight - lbs.1365
Weight - lbs.118
Height [transom]22 in
Height [transom]22.5 in
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 1 in
Length overall - Meters5.31
Length overall - Meters5.82
Length overall - Inches209
Length overall - Inches229
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail10.5 in. (engine up, batteries, fuel and accessories)
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.28
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches10.5
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet19.08
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail(1) 25 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail48 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters94.64
Fuel tank capacity - Liters181.7
Fuel tank capacity - Gal25
Fuel tank capacity - Gal48
Engine max90-115 hp
Engine max200 hp
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,145 lbs
Maximum capacity1,580 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailGVWR (2,995 lbs.)
Trailer - DetailGVWR: 4,500 lbs
Trailer - Length over all21 ft. 7 in. w/Motor Down 19 ft. 7 in. w/Motor Down & Swing-Away Tongue Open
Trailer - Length over allMotor Down: 23 ft. 5 in. Swing Away Tongue Open: 21 ft. 5 in
Trailer - Width94 in
Trailer - Width100 in
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee