Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Ranger 184 Ghost 2010 vs Ranger 191 Cayman 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Ranger 184 Ghost 2010 vs Ranger 191 Cayman 2005 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 2005 has a 25-hp advantage over the Ranger 184 Ghost 2010's 175-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 2005 carries 48 gallons versus 35 gallons in the Ranger 184 Ghost 2010. 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 2005 and its 200-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Ranger 184 Ghost 2010 with its 175-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
Model184 Ghost
Model191 CAYMAN
Model Year201
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam85.5 in. With Rubrail: 87 in
Beam93 in
Beam - Meters2.21
Beam - Meters2.36
Beam - Inches87
Beam - Inches93
Depth - Detail13 in
Depth - Detail14 in
Depth - Centimeters33.02
Depth - Centimeters35.56
Depth - Inches13
Depth - Inches14
Draft [max] - Detail9.5 in. (engine up, batteries, fuel and accessories)
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.25
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches9.5
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - DetailDeck / Hull: 1,050 lbs
Weight - DetailDeck/Hull: 1,180 lbs
Weight - kg476.27
Weight - kg535.24
Weight - lbs.105
Weight - lbs.118
Height [transom]21.5 in
Height [transom]22 1/2 in
Length - Feet18.25
Length - Feetnot available
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 3 in
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 1 in
Length overall - Meters5.56
Length overall - Meters5.82
Length overall - Inches219
Length overall - Inches229
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail35 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail(1) 48 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters132.49
Fuel tank capacity - Liters181.7
Fuel tank capacity - Gal35
Fuel tank capacity - Gal48
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typenot available
Engine max175 hp
Engine max200 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,275 lbs
Maximum capacity1,580 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailGVWR: 3,725 lbs
Trailer - DetailGVWR (4,500 lbs.)
Trailer - Length over allMotor Down: 23 ft. 9 in. Swing Away Tongue Down: 21 ft. 9 in
Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 5 in. w/Motor Down 21 ft. 5 in. w/Motor Down & Swing-Away Tongue Open
Trailer - Width95.5 in
Trailer - Width100 in