Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Ranger 223 Cayman 2007 vs Ranger Z22 COMANCHE SERIES 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Ranger 223 Cayman 2007 vs Ranger Z22 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 250 hp for the Ranger 223 Cayman 2007 and 250 hp for the Ranger Z22 COMANCHE SERIES 2005. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Ranger 223 Cayman 2007 carries 52 gallons versus 32 gallons in the Ranger Z22 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: The Ranger 223 Cayman 2007 and Ranger Z22 COMANCHE SERIES 2005 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
Model223 Cayman
ModelZ22 COMANCHE SERIES
Model Year2007
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.36
Beam - Meters2.41
Beam - Inches92.5
Beam - Inches95
Depth - Detail14 in
Depth - Detail22 in
Depth - Centimeters35.56
Depth - Centimeters55.88
Depth - Inches14
Depth - Inches22
Draft [max] - Detail10 1/2 in. (engine up, batteries, fuel and accessories)
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.28
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches10.5
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - DetailDeck / Hull: 1,385 lbs
Weight - Detail1,940 lbs. (w/Single Console) 1,965 lbs. (w/Dual Console)
Weight - kg628.22
Weight - kg891.31
Weight - lbs.1385
Weight - lbs.1965
Height [transom]23 in
Height [transom]23 in
Length - Feet22
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Inches3
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 3 in
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Meters6.78
Length overall - Meters6.76
Length overall - Inches267
Length overall - Inches266
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail52 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail(2) 32 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters196.84
Fuel tank capacity - Liters121.13
Fuel tank capacity - Gal52
Fuel tank capacity - Gal32
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typenot available
Engine max250 hp
Engine max250-300 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,600 lbs
Maximum capacity1,900 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailGVWR: 5,000 lbs
Trailer - DetailDual Axle Trailer GVWR (5,000 lbs.)
Trailer - Length over all26 ft. 9 in. with motor down 24 ft. 9 in. with motor down & swing-away tongue open
Trailer - Length over all27 ft. 4 in. w/Motor Down 25 ft. 4 in. w/Swing-Away Tongue Open
Trailer - Width97 in
Trailer - Width102 in