The Voyager Marine 20 ft. 2010 vs Voyager Marine Series 4700 - 10 Feet 2006 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 — Voyager Marine 20 ft. 2010 at 2,0 ft versus Voyager Marine Series 4700 - 10 Feet 2006 at 1,0 ft. At 15 lbs and 8 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 90 hp, the Voyager Marine 20 ft. 2010 has a 88-hp advantage over the Voyager Marine Series 4700 - 10 Feet 2006's 2-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Voyager Marine Series 4700 - 10 Feet 2006 is rated for 3 passengers, while the Voyager Marine 20 ft. 2010 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Voyager Marine Series 4700 - 10 Feet 2006 could be the deciding factor.
At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Voyager Marine 20 ft. 2010 comes in at 0 lbs per hp versus 4 lbs per hp for the Voyager Marine Series 4700 - 10 Feet 2006. The lower the ratio the more explosive the acceleration — meaningful on a short RIB where bursts of speed, quick planing, and agility in surf or tight waterways define the experience.
Bottom line: Choose the Voyager Marine Series 4700 - 10 Feet 2006 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 3 passengers and at 1,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Voyager Marine 20 ft. 2010 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 1 that costs less to run day-to-day.