Matching a inflatable rigid Zodiac ProJet 350 2008 against a inflatable non rigid Zodiac Zoom 310 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Zodiac ProJet 350 2008 at 11,0 ft versus Zodiac Zoom 310 S 2012 at 10,2 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Zodiac ProJet 350 2008 tips the scales at 661 lbs — 557 lbs more than the Zodiac Zoom 310 S 2012 at 104 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 98 hp, the Zodiac ProJet 350 2008 has a 83-hp advantage over the Zodiac Zoom 310 S 2012's 15-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.

Both boats are rated for 4 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 ProJet 350 2008 comes in at 7 lbs per hp versus 7 lbs per hp for the Zodiac Zoom 310 S 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.

The Zodiac ProJet 350 2008 has a documented top speed of 45 mph. Speed data wasn't available for the other model.

The Zodiac Zoom 310 S 2012 is an inflatable design — lighter, easier to store, and quicker to launch from a beach or dock without a slipway. The Zodiac ProJet 350 2008 is a rigid hull, which typically offers a more confident ride in chop and easier maintenance over the long term.