Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Ranger 521VX TOUR EDITION 2005 vs Ranger Z22 Comanche 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Ranger 521VX TOUR EDITION 2005 vs Ranger Z22 Comanche 2008 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 Z22 Comanche 2008 has a 100-hp advantage over the Ranger 521VX 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 Z22 Comanche 2008 carries 64 gallons versus 26 gallons in the Ranger 521VX 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 Z22 Comanche 2008 and its 300-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Ranger 521VX TOUR EDITION 2005 with its 200-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
Model521VX TOUR EDITION
ModelZ22 Comanche?
Model Year2005
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.36
Beam - Meters2.41
Beam - Inches92.5
Beam - Inches95
Depth - Detail20 1/2 in
Depth - Detail22 in
Depth - Centimeters53.34
Depth - Centimeters55.88
Depth - Inches20.5
Depth - Inches22
Weight - Detail1,860 lbs. (w/Single Console) 1,885 lbs. (w/Dual Console)
Weight - Detail1,940 lbs. with single console
Weight - kg855.02
Weight - kg879.97
Weight - lbs.1885
Weight - lbs.194
Height [transom]23 in
Height [transom]23 in
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 3 in
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Meters6.48
Length overall - Meters6.76
Length overall - Inches255
Length overall - Inches266
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet22
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches2
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail(2) 26 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail64 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters98.42
Fuel tank capacity - Liters242.27
Fuel tank capacity - Gal26
Fuel tank capacity - Gal64
Engine max200-250 hp
Engine max300 hp
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,550 lbs
Maximum capacity1,900 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailGVWR (5,000 lbs.)
Trailer - DetailGVWR: 5,000 lbs
Trailer - Length over all26 ft. w/Motor Down 24 ft. w/Motor Down & Swing-Away Tongue Open
Trailer - Length over all27 ft. 4 in. with motor down 25 ft. 4 in. with swing-away tongue open
Trailer - Width97 in
Trailer - Width102 in
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee