Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Ranger Z120 2011 vs Ranger Z20 COMANCHE SERIES 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Ranger Z120 2011 vs Ranger Z20 COMANCHE SERIES 2005 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 200 hp for the Ranger Z120 2011 and 200 hp for the Ranger Z20 COMANCHE SERIES 2005. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 24 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: The Ranger Z120 2011 and Ranger Z20 COMANCHE SERIES 2005 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
ModelZ12
ModelZ20 COMANCHE SERIES
Model Year2011
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam95 in. With Rubrail: 96.5 in
Beam95 in
Beam - Meters2.46
Beam - Meters2.41
Beam - Inches96.5
Beam - Inches95
Depth - Detail22 in
Depth - Detail22 in
Depth - Centimeters55.88
Depth - Centimeters55.88
Depth - Inches22
Depth - Inches22
Weight - Detail1,735 lbs
Weight - Detail1,735 lbs. (w/Single Console) 1,760 lbs. (w/Dual Console)
Weight - kg786.98
Weight - kg798.32
Weight - lbs.1735
Weight - lbs.176
Length - Feet20.42
Length - Feetnot available
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Meters6.22
Length overall - Meters6.22
Length overall - Inches245
Length overall - Inches245
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]23 in
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail(2) 24 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail(2) 24 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85
Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Horsepower200 - 225 hp
Horsepowernot available
Engine maxnot available
Engine max200-225 hp
Operational Info
StorageLivewell: 26 gal. Rod Holders: Port: 8 ft.; Starboard: 7 ft
Storagenot available
Maximum capacity1,700 lbs
Maximum capacity1,700 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all25 ft. 6 in. with motor down
Trailer - Length over all25 ft. 6 in. w/Motor Down 23 ft. 6 in. w/Swing-Away Tongue Open
Trailer - WeightGVWR: 5,000 lbs
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Width102 in
Trailer - Width102 in
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailDual Axle Trailer GVWR (5,000 lbs.)