The Tige 20i 2006 vs Tige RZR 2012 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Tige 20i 2006 at 20,0 ft versus Tige RZR 2012 at 20,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Tige 20i 2006 tips the scales at 3 468 lbs - 368 lbs more than the Tige RZR 2012 at 3 100 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
The Tige 20i 2006 carries a rated maximum of 380 hp. Engine data for the Tige RZR 2012 wasn't available in our records - check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Tige RZR 2012 carries 38 gallons versus 30 gallons in the Tige 20i 2006. 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 Tige RZR 2012 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Tige 20i 2006 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Tige RZR 2012 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Tige RZR 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 12 passengers and at 20,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Tige 20i 2006 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.