Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Ranger 520VX TOUR EDITION 2005 vs Ranger Z117 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Ranger 520VX 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 200 hp, the Ranger 520VX TOUR EDITION 2005 has a 85-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 520VX TOUR EDITION 2005 carries 26 gallons versus 22 gallons in the Ranger Z117 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Ranger 520VX TOUR EDITION 2005 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Ranger Z117 2013 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Ranger 520VX TOUR EDITION 2005 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Ranger 520VX TOUR EDITION 2005 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 0,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Ranger Z117 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
Model520VX TOUR EDITION
ModelZ117
Model Year2005
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam92 1/2 in
Beam89 in. 90.5 in. with rub rail
Beam - Meters2.36
Beam - Meters2.31
Beam - Inches92.5
Beam - Inches90.5
Depth - Detail21 1/2 in
Depth - Detail20 in
Depth - Centimeters55.88
Depth - Centimeters50.8
Depth - Inches21.5
Depth - Inches2
Weight - Detail1,725 lbs. (w/Single Console) 1,750 lbs. (w/Dual Console)
Weight - Detail1,400 lbs
Weight - kg793.79
Weight - kg635.03
Weight - lbs.175
Weight - lbs.14
Height [transom]23 in
Height [transom]not available
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 9 in
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 6 in
Length overall - Meters6.32
Length overall - Meters5.33
Length overall - Inches249
Length overall - Inches21
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet17.5
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail(2) 26 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail22 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters98.42
Fuel tank capacity - Liters83.28
Fuel tank capacity - Gal26
Fuel tank capacity - Gal22
Engine max200-225 hp
Engine max115 hp
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,500 lbs
Maximum capacity1,200 lbs
Storagenot available
StorageLivewell: 15 gal. Rod Holders: 7 ft. 6 in. port, 7 ft. starboard
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailGVWR (5,000 lbs.)
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - Length over all25 ft. 2 in. w/Motor Down 23 ft. 2 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