Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Zodiac Cadet 310 S 2008 vs Zodiac Medline 580 NEO 115hp In Stock 2021 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Zodiac Cadet 310 S 2008 vs Zodiac Medline 580 NEO 115hp In Stock 2021 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.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 115 hp, the Zodiac Medline 580 NEO 115hp In Stock 2021 has a 100-hp advantage over the Zodiac Cadet 310 S 2008's 15-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
Both boats are rated for 5 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 Zodiac Medline 580 NEO 115hp In Stock 2021 at 19,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Zodiac Cadet 310 S 2008 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.
General Boat Info
MakeZodiac
Makenot available
ModelCadet 310 S
Modelnot available
Model Year2008
Model Yearnot available
Measurements / Dimensions
Weight - Detail93 lbs. (42 kg)
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg42.18
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.93
Weight - lbs.not available
Width [transom] - Detail5 ft. 3 in. (1.6 m) Inside Width: 2 ft. 4 in. (.7 m)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Length - Meters3.1
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet1
Length - Feet19
Length - Inches2
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail10 ft. 2 in. (3.1 m) Inside Length: 7 ft. 1 in. (2.17 m)
Length overall - Detail19.00 ft
Length overall - Meters3.1
Length overall - Meters5.79
Length overall - Inches122
Length overall - Inches228
Body / Hull
Hull materialInflatable
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeInflatable Non Rigid
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard4 hp (3 kW)
Engine/s standardnot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeoutboard
Engine max15 hp (12 kW) Recommended Maximum: 10 hp (8 kW)
Engine maxnot available
Engine makenot available
Engine makeYamaha
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower115 hp
Performance
Maximum speed22 mph (36 km/h)
Maximum speednot available
Operational Info
Maximum capacity992 lbs. (450 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people5
Maximum peoplenot available
Boat typenot available
Boat typePower