Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Ranger 185VX TOUR EDITION 2005 vs Ranger 191 Cayman 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Ranger 185VX TOUR EDITION 2005 vs Ranger 191 Cayman 2009 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 2009 has a 50-hp advantage over the Ranger 185VX TOUR EDITION 2005's 150-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 2009 carries 48 gallons versus 4 gallons in the Ranger 185VX TOUR EDITION 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 2009 and its 200-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Ranger 185VX TOUR EDITION 2005 with its 150-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
Model185VX TOUR EDITION
Model191 Cayman
Model Year2005
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam92 in
Beam93 in. With Rubrail: 94.5 in
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Meters2.41
Beam - Inches92
Beam - Inches94.5
Depth - Detail20 in
Depth - Detail14 in
Depth - Centimeters50.8
Depth - Centimeters35.56
Depth - Inches2
Depth - Inches14
Weight - Detail1,530 lbs. (w/Single Console) 1,555 lbs. (w/Dual Console)
Weight - DetailDeck / Hull: 1,180 lbs
Weight - kg705.34
Weight - kg535.24
Weight - lbs.1555
Weight - lbs.118
Height [transom]23 in
Height [transom]22.5 in
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 1 in
Length overall - Meters5.61
Length overall - Meters5.82
Length overall - Inches221
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
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches1
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail(1) 40 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail48 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters151.42
Fuel tank capacity - Liters181.7
Fuel tank capacity - Gal4
Fuel tank capacity - Gal48
Engine max150-175 hp
Engine max200 hp
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,365 lbs
Maximum capacity1,580 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailGVWR (3,725 lbs.)
Trailer - DetailGVWR: 4,500 lbs
Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 7 in. w/Motor Down 20 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 - Width97 in
Trailer - Width100 in
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee