Matching a inflatable rigid Zodiac Yachtline Rib 220R 2008 against a inflatable non rigid Zodiac Zoom 310 Solid 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 Zoom 310 Solid 2013 measures 10,2 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 3,2 additional feet of deck space compared to the Zodiac Yachtline Rib 220R 2008 at 7,0 feet (2008). At 68 lbs and 121 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 4 hp for the Zodiac Yachtline Rib 220R 2008 and 15 hp for the Zodiac Zoom 310 Solid 2013. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Zodiac Zoom 310 Solid 2013 is rated for 4 passengers, while the Zodiac Yachtline Rib 220R 2008 caps at 2. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Zodiac Zoom 310 Solid 2013 could be the deciding factor.
At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Zodiac Zoom 310 Solid 2013 comes in at 8 lbs per hp versus 17 lbs per hp for the Zodiac Yachtline Rib 220R 2008. 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 Yachtline Rib 220R 2008 has a documented top speed of 10 mph. Speed data wasn't available for the other model.
The Zodiac Zoom 310 Solid 2013 is an inflatable design — lighter, easier to store, and quicker to launch from a beach or dock without a slipway. The Zodiac Yachtline Rib 220R 2008 is a rigid hull, which typically offers a more confident ride in chop and easier maintenance over the long term.
Bottom line: Choose the Zodiac Zoom 310 Solid 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 4 passengers and at 10,2 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Zodiac Yachtline Rib 220R 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 2 that costs less to run day-to-day.