Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Ranger 520VX TOUR EDITION 2005 vs Ranger 621VS 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Ranger 520VX TOUR EDITION 2005 vs Ranger 621VS 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 300 hp, the Ranger 621VS 2009 has a 100-hp advantage over the Ranger 520VX TOUR EDITION 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 621VS 2009 carries 55 gallons versus 26 gallons in the Ranger 520VX 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 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 621VS 2009 and its 300-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Ranger 520VX TOUR EDITION 2005 with its 200-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
Model520VX TOUR EDITION
Model621VS
Model Year2005
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam92 1/2 in
Beam94.75 in. With Rubrail: 96.25 in
Beam - Meters2.36
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches92.5
Beam - Inches96.25
Depth - Detail21 1/2 in
Depth - Detail25 in
Depth - Centimeters55.88
Depth - Centimeters63.5
Depth - Inches21.5
Depth - Inches25
Weight - Detail1,725 lbs. (w/Single Console) 1,750 lbs. (w/Dual Console)
Weight - Detail2,270 lbs. with single console
Weight - kg793.79
Weight - kg1029.65
Weight - lbs.175
Weight - lbs.227
Height [transom]23 in
Height [transom]25.5 in
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 9 in
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 3 in
Length overall - Meters6.32
Length overall - Meters6.48
Length overall - Inches249
Length overall - Inches255
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet21
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches3
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail(2) 26 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail55 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters98.42
Fuel tank capacity - Liters208.2
Fuel tank capacity - Gal26
Fuel tank capacity - Gal55
Engine max200-225 hp
Engine max300 hp
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,500 lbs
Maximum capacity1,840 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailGVWR (5,000 lbs.)
Trailer - DetailGVWR: 5,000 lbs
Trailer - Length over all25 ft. 2 in. w/Motor Down 23 ft. 2 in. w/Motor Down & Swing-Away Tongue Open
Trailer - Length over allMotor Down: 25 ft. 8 in. Swing Away Tongue Open: 23 ft. 8 in
Trailer - Width97 in
Trailer - Width101 in
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee