The Voyager Marine Series 4700 2010 vs Voyager Marine Series 7000 - 14 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Voyager Marine Series 7000 - 14 Feet 2006 measures 14,0 feet overall (2006), giving it roughly 13,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Voyager Marine Series 4700 2010 at 1,0 feet (2010). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Voyager Marine Series 7000 - 14 Feet 2006 tips the scales at 235 lbs — 227 lbs less than the Voyager Marine Series 4700 2010 at 8 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 25 hp, the Voyager Marine Series 7000 - 14 Feet 2006 has a 23-hp advantage over the Voyager Marine Series 4700 2010's 2-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
Both boats are rated for 3 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.
At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Voyager Marine Series 4700 2010 comes in at 4 lbs per hp versus 9 lbs per hp for the Voyager Marine Series 7000 - 14 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: The Voyager Marine Series 7000 - 14 Feet 2006 at 14,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Voyager Marine Series 4700 2010 at 1,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.