Matching a deep vee Zodiac N-ZO 690 2012 against a inflatable rigid Zodiac Yachtline Deluxe 340 DL 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Zodiac N-ZO 690 2012 measures 22,9 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 11,8 additional feet of deck space compared to the Zodiac Yachtline Deluxe 340 DL 2012 at 11,2 feet (2012). At 333 lbs and 426 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 250 hp, the Zodiac N-ZO 690 2012 has a 210-hp advantage over the Zodiac Yachtline Deluxe 340 DL 2012's 40-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Zodiac N-ZO 690 2012 carries 106 gallons versus 9 gallons in the Zodiac Yachtline Deluxe 340 DL 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Zodiac N-ZO 690 2012 is rated for 5 passengers, while the Zodiac Yachtline Deluxe 340 DL 2012 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 2012 could be the deciding factor.
At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Zodiac N-ZO 690 2012 comes in at 1 lbs per hp versus 11 lbs per hp for the Zodiac Yachtline Deluxe 340 DL 2012. 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 52 mph for the Zodiac N-ZO 690 2012 and 30 mph for the Zodiac Yachtline Deluxe 340 DL 2012.
Both are inflatable designs, which means they pack down for compact storage, can be carried in a bag, and are dramatically lighter than equivalent rigid hulls. The trade-off is setup time and the need to monitor tube pressure regularly. Tube diameter differs: 2 ft. 2 in. (0.65 m) on the Zodiac N-ZO 690 2012 vs 1 ft. 6 in. (0.455 m) on the Zodiac Yachtline Deluxe 340 DL 2012 — larger tubes generally mean more buoyancy and a drier, more stable ride.
Bottom line: Choose the Zodiac N-ZO 690 2012 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 Yachtline Deluxe 340 DL 2012 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.