Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Zodiac CZ7 2008 vs Zodiac Typhoon 420 S 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a deep vee Zodiac CZ7 2008 against a inflatable non rigid Zodiac Typhoon 420 S 2012 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 Zodiac Typhoon 420 S 2012 tops out at 19 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 Typhoon 420 S 2012 has a documented top speed of 25 mph. Speed data wasn't available for the other model.
The Zodiac Typhoon 420 S 2012 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 Typhoon 420 S 2012 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
ModelTyphoon 420 S
Model Year2008
Model Year2012
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 - Detail180 lbs. (82 kg)
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg81.65
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.18
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail3 ft. (0.92 m) inside width
Length [deck]not available
Length [deck]9 ft. 2 in. (2.8 m) inside length
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialInflatable
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeInflatable Non Rigid
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
Engine maxnot available
Engine max19 hp (25 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,160 lbs
Maximum capacity1,654 lbs. (750 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people7
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameternot available
Tube diameter1 ft. 7 in. (0.49 m)
Number of tubesnot available
Number of tubesAirtight Compartments: 5 + 1
Performance
Maximum speednot available
Maximum speed25 mph (40 km/h)