Matching a inflatable rigid Zodiac Cadet RIB 340 2010 against a deep vee Zodiac Pro Open 650 2013 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Zodiac Pro Open 650 2013 measures 21,3 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 10,2 additional feet of deck space compared to the Zodiac Cadet RIB 340 2010 at 11,2 feet (2010). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Zodiac Pro Open 650 2013 tips the scales at 1 477 lbs — 1 305 lbs less than the Zodiac Cadet RIB 340 2010 at 172 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 150 hp, the Zodiac Pro Open 650 2013 has a 125-hp advantage over the Zodiac Cadet RIB 340 2010's 25-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.
At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Zodiac Cadet RIB 340 2010 comes in at 7 lbs per hp versus 10 lbs per hp for the Zodiac Pro Open 650 2013. 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.
Top speed is rated at 48 mph for the Zodiac Pro Open 650 2013 and 30 mph for the Zodiac Cadet RIB 340 2010.
The Zodiac Pro Open 650 2013 is an inflatable design — lighter, easier to store, and quicker to launch from a beach or dock without a slipway. The Zodiac Cadet RIB 340 2010 is a rigid hull, which typically offers a more confident ride in chop and easier maintenance over the long term.
Bottom line: The Zodiac Pro Open 650 2013 at 21,3 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Zodiac Cadet RIB 340 2010 at 11,2 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.