Zodiac 300 2009 vs Zodiac N-ZO 690 2010 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Zodiac 300 2009 or the Zodiac N-ZO 690 2010?

The Zodiac N-ZO 690 2010 is the longer of the two at 22,9 feet overall. The Zodiac 300 2009 comes in at 9,8 feet, making it roughly 13,1 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Zodiac N-ZO 690 2010 is rated to a maximum of 250 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Zodiac 300 2009 tops out at 10 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Zodiac 300 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 4 passengers, while the Zodiac N-ZO 690 2010 is certified for 5. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

Q: Are the Zodiac 300 2009 and Zodiac N-ZO 690 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Zodiac 300 2009 and the Zodiac N-ZO 690 2010 are built by Zodiac. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.

Boat Comparison

Zodiac 300 2009 vs Zodiac N-ZO 690 2010

Zodiac

Zodiac 300 2009

2009

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Zodiac N-ZO 690 2010

2010

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Zodiac 300 2009 vs Zodiac N-ZO 690 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a inflatable rigid Zodiac 300 2009 against a deep vee Zodiac N-ZO 690 2010 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 250 hp, the Zodiac N-ZO 690 2010 has a 240-hp advantage over the Zodiac 300 2009's 10-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 Zodiac N-ZO 690 2010 is rated for 5 passengers, while the Zodiac 300 2009 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Zodiac N-ZO 690 2010 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Zodiac N-ZO 690 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 5 passengers and at 22,9 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Zodiac 300 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeZodiac

Model3

ModelN-ZO 69

Model Year2009

Model Year201

Measurements / Dimensions

Length - Feet9.83

Length - Feet22.92

Length overall - Detail9 ft. 10 in. (3 m)

Length overall - Detail22 ft. 11 in. (6.99 m)

Length overall - Meters3

Length overall - Meters6.99

Length overall - Inches118

Length overall - Inches275

Beamnot available

Beam10 ft. 6 in. (3.22 m)

Beam - Metersnot available

Beam - Meters3.2

Beam - Inchesnot available

Beam - Inches126

Weight - Detailnot available

Weight - Detail3,330 lbs. (1,512 kg)

Weight - kgnot available

Weight - kg1510.46

Weight - lbs.not available

Weight - lbs.333

Body / Hull

Hull materialRigid inflatable

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeInflatable Rigid

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeOutboard

Drive typeOutboard - Twin

Engine max10 hp (8 kW)

Engine maxMono: 250 hp (186 kW) Bi: 2 @ 150 hp (110 kW)

Max no of enginesnot available

Max no of engines2

Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail105.7 gal. (400 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Liters401.25

Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Gal105.7

Operational Info

Maximum capacity992 lbs. (450 kg)

Maximum capacity2,200 - 3,357 lbs. (999 - 1,524 kg)

Maximum people4

Maximum people5 / 12

Sleeping capacitynot available

Sleeping capacity2

Pontoon and Inflatable Specific

Tube diameternot available

Tube diameter2 ft. 2 in. (0.65 m)

Performance

Maximum speednot available

Maximum speed52 mph (83 km/h)

Zodiac 300 2009 vs Zodiac N-ZO 690 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Zodiac 300 2009 or the Zodiac N-ZO 690 2010?

The Zodiac N-ZO 690 2010 is the longer of the two at 22,9 feet overall. The Zodiac 300 2009 comes in at 9,8 feet, making it roughly 13,1 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Zodiac N-ZO 690 2010 is rated to a maximum of 250 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Zodiac 300 2009 tops out at 10 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Zodiac 300 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 4 passengers, while the Zodiac N-ZO 690 2010 is certified for 5. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

Are the Zodiac 300 2009 and Zodiac N-ZO 690 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Zodiac 300 2009 and the Zodiac N-ZO 690 2010 are built by Zodiac. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.

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