Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Ranger 520VX TOUR EDITION 2005 vs Ranger Z522 Comanche 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Ranger 520VX TOUR EDITION 2005 vs Ranger Z522 Comanche 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 250 hp, the Ranger Z522 Comanche 2013 has a 50-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 29 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 Z522 Comanche 2013 and its 250-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
ModelZ522 Comanche
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 - Detail22 in
Depth - Centimeters55.88
Depth - Centimeters55.88
Depth - Inches21.5
Depth - Inches22
Weight - Detail1,725 lbs. (w/Single Console) 1,750 lbs. (w/Dual Console)
Weight - Detail1,940 lbs
Weight - kg793.79
Weight - kg879.97
Weight - lbs.175
Weight - lbs.194
Height [transom]23 in
Height [transom]not available
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 9 in
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 4 in
Length overall - Meters6.32
Length overall - Meters6.81
Length overall - Inches249
Length overall - Inches268
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet22.33
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail(2) 26 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail(2) 29 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters98.42
Fuel tank capacity - Liters109.78
Fuel tank capacity - Gal26
Fuel tank capacity - Gal29
Engine max200-225 hp
Engine maxnot available
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower250 - 300 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,500 lbs
Maximum capacity1,825 lbs
Storagenot available
StorageLive Well: 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 all29 ft. 2 in. with motor down 27 ft. 2 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