Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Ranger 185VX TOUR EDITION 2005 vs Ranger Z117 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Ranger 185VX TOUR EDITION 2005 vs Ranger Z117 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.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 150 hp, the Ranger 185VX TOUR EDITION 2005 has a 35-hp advantage over the Ranger Z117 2013's 115-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 Z117 2013 carries 22 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 185VX TOUR EDITION 2005 and its 150-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Ranger Z117 2013 with its 115-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
Model185VX TOUR EDITION
ModelZ117
Model Year2005
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam92 in
Beam89 in. 90.5 in. with rub rail
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Meters2.31
Beam - Inches92
Beam - Inches90.5
Depth - Detail20 in
Depth - Detail20 in
Depth - Centimeters50.8
Depth - Centimeters50.8
Depth - Inches2
Depth - Inches2
Weight - Detail1,530 lbs. (w/Single Console) 1,555 lbs. (w/Dual Console)
Weight - Detail1,400 lbs
Weight - kg705.34
Weight - kg635.03
Weight - lbs.1555
Weight - lbs.14
Height [transom]23 in
Height [transom]not available
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 6 in
Length overall - Meters5.61
Length overall - Meters5.33
Length overall - Inches221
Length overall - Inches21
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet17.5
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail(1) 40 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail22 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters151.42
Fuel tank capacity - Liters83.28
Fuel tank capacity - Gal4
Fuel tank capacity - Gal22
Engine max150-175 hp
Engine max115 hp
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,365 lbs
Maximum capacity1,200 lbs
Storagenot available
StorageLivewell: 15 gal. Rod Holders: 7 ft. 6 in. port, 7 ft. starboard
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailGVWR (3,725 lbs.)
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 7 in. w/Motor Down 20 ft. 7 in. w/Motor Down & Swing-Away Tongue Open
Trailer - Length over all20 ft. 6 in. with motor down 19 ft. 7 in. with swing away tongue open
Trailer - Width97 in
Trailer - Width98 in
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - WeightGVWR: 2,995 lbs
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee