Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Ranger 520VX TOUR EDITION 2005 vs Ranger Z21I Intracoastal 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Ranger 520VX TOUR EDITION 2005 vs Ranger Z21I Intracoastal 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 225 hp, the Ranger Z21I Intracoastal 2013 has a 25-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. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 26 gal and 24 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
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 Z21I Intracoastal 2013 and its 225-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
ModelZ21I Intracoastal
Model Year2005
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam92 1/2 in
Beam95 in. With Rubrail: 96.5 in
Beam - Meters2.36
Beam - Meters2.46
Beam - Inches92.5
Beam - Inches96.5
Depth - Detail21 1/2 in
Depth - Detail21 in
Depth - Centimeters55.88
Depth - Centimeters53.34
Depth - Inches21.5
Depth - Inches21
Weight - Detail1,725 lbs. (w/Single Console) 1,750 lbs. (w/Dual Console)
Weight - Detail1,875 lbs
Weight - kg793.79
Weight - kg850.49
Weight - lbs.175
Weight - lbs.1875
Height [transom]23 in
Height [transom]not 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
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail13.5 in
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.36
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] inches13.5
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet21.17
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail(2) 26 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail(2) 24 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters98.42
Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85
Fuel tank capacity - Gal26
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Engine max200-225 hp
Engine maxnot available
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower225 - 250 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,500 lbs
Maximum capacity1,800 lbs
Storagenot available
StorageLivewell: 26 gal. Rod Holders: 8 ft. port, 7 ft. 6 in. center row 1, 7 ft. center row 2, 6 ft. 6 in. 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 all26 ft. 4 in. with motor down 24 ft. 4 in. with swing away tongue open
Trailer - Width97 in
Trailer - Width102 in
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - WeightGVWR: 5,000 lbs
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee