Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Ranger 208VX 2010 vs Ranger Z21 COMANCHE SERIES 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Ranger 208VX 2010 vs Ranger Z21 COMANCHE SERIES 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 225 hp, the Ranger 208VX 2010 has a 25-hp advantage over the Ranger Z21 COMANCHE SERIES 2005's 200-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 208VX 2010 carries 52 gallons versus 24 gallons in the Ranger Z21 COMANCHE SERIES 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 6 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 208VX 2010 and its 225-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Ranger Z21 COMANCHE SERIES 2005 with its 200-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
Model208VX
ModelZ21 COMANCHE SERIES
Model Year201
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam92.5 in. With Rubrail: 94 in
Beam95 in
Beam - Meters2.39
Beam - Meters2.41
Beam - Inches94
Beam - Inches95
Depth - Detail23 in
Depth - Detail21 in
Depth - Centimeters58.42
Depth - Centimeters53.34
Depth - Inches23
Depth - Inches21
Weight - Detail1,725 lbs
Weight - Detail1,875 lbs. (w/Single Console) 1,900 lbs. (w/Dual Console)
Weight - kg782.45
Weight - kg861.82
Weight - lbs.1725
Weight - lbs.19
Height [transom]21.5 in
Height [transom]23 in
Length - Feet20.75
Length - Feetnot available
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 9 in
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Meters6.32
Length overall - Meters6.45
Length overall - Inches249
Length overall - Inches254
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail52 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail(2) 24 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters196.84
Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85
Fuel tank capacity - Gal52
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typenot available
Horsepower225 hp
Horsepowernot available
Engine maxnot available
Engine max200-250 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,500 lbs
Maximum capacity1,800 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailGVWR: 5,000 lbs
Trailer - DetailDual Axle Trailer GVWR (5,000 lbs.)
Trailer - Length over allMotor Down: 25 ft. 2 in. Swing Away Tongue Open: 23 ft. 2 in
Trailer - Length over all26 ft. 4 in. w/Motor Down 24 ft. 4 in. w/Swing-Away Tongue Open
Trailer - Width99 in
Trailer - Width102 in