Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Zodiac CZ7 2008 vs Zodiac Pro Classic 420 2013 — Which Deep Vee Fits Your Needs?
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Zodiac CZ7 2008 and the Zodiac Pro Classic 420 2013 are deep vee designs with fiberglass construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
The Zodiac Pro Classic 420 2013 tops out at 50 hp. Engine specs for the Zodiac CZ7 2008 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
Both boats are rated for 7 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.
The Zodiac Pro Classic 420 2013 has a documented top speed of 37 mph. Speed data wasn't available for the other model.
The Zodiac Pro Classic 420 2013 is an inflatable design — lighter, easier to store, and quicker to launch from a beach or dock without a slipway. The Zodiac CZ7 2008 is a rigid hull, which typically offers a more confident ride in chop and easier maintenance over the long term.
Bottom line: The Zodiac CZ7 2008 at 23,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Zodiac Pro Classic 420 2013 at 13,8 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
ModelCZ7
ModelPro Classic 42
Model Year2008
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Length - Feet23
Length - Feet13.75
Length - Inches9
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 9 in
Length overall - Detail13 ft. 9 in. (4.2 m)
Length overall - Meters7.24
Length overall - Meters4.19
Length overall - Inches285
Length overall - Inches165
Beamnot available
Beam6 ft. 3 in. (1.9 m)
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters1.91
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches75
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail399 lbs. (181 kg)
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg180.98
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.399
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail3 ft. 1 in. (0.95 m) inside
Length [deck]not available
Length [deck]9 ft. 6 in. (2.9 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialRigid inflatable
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardTwin V6 Evinrude? 150 hp FPXSR - 300 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail133 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters503.46
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal133
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Drive typeOutboard - Twin
Drive typeOutboard
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower15 - 40 hp recommended
Engine maxnot available
Engine max50 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,160 lbs
Maximum capacity1,720 lbs. (780 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people7
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameternot available
Tube diameter1 ft. 6 in. (0.46 m)
Number of tubesnot available
Number of tubes3 airtight compartments
Performance
Maximum speednot available
Maximum speed37 mph (59 km/h)