Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Ranger 519VX TOUR EDITION 2005 vs Ranger VS Series - 188VS 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Ranger 519VX TOUR EDITION 2005 vs Ranger VS Series - 188VS 2007 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 175 hp, the Ranger VS Series - 188VS 2007 has a 25-hp advantage over the Ranger 519VX TOUR EDITION 2005's 150-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
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 VS Series - 188VS 2007 and its 175-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Ranger 519VX TOUR EDITION 2005 with its 150-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
Model519VX TOUR EDITION
ModelVS Series - 188VS
Model Year2005
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam91 1/2 in
Beam92 1/2 in
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Meters2.36
Beam - Inches91.5
Beam - Inches92.5
Depth - Detail19 3/4 in
Depth - Detail20 1/2 in
Depth - Centimeters50.8
Depth - Centimeters53.34
Depth - Inches19.75
Depth - Inches20.5
Weight - Detail1,580 lbs. (w/Single Console) 1,605 lbs. (w/Dual Console)
Weight - Detail1,550 lbs. with single console
Weight - kg728.02
Weight - kg703.07
Weight - lbs.1605
Weight - lbs.155
Height [transom]23 in
Height [transom]23 in
Length overall - Detail19 ft
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 8 in
Length overall - Meters5.79
Length overall - Meters5.69
Length overall - Inches228
Length overall - Inches224
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet18
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches8
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine max150-200 hp
Engine max175 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail38 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters143.85
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal38
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,400 lbs
Maximum capacity1,250 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailGVWR (3,725 lbs.)
Trailer - DetailGVWR: 3,725 lbs
Trailer - Length over all24 ft. w/Motor Down 22 ft. w/Motor Down & Swing-Away Tongue Open
Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 10 in. with motor down 20 ft. 10 in. with motor down & swing-away tongue open
Trailer - Width97 in
Trailer - Width99 in
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass