The Aqua Patio 240 RS 2000 vs Aqua Patio 240 SE 4 Gate 2004 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story: intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Aqua Patio 240 RS 2000 at 24,0 ft versus Aqua Patio 240 SE 4 Gate 2004 at 24,0 ft. At 2 170 lbs and 2 265 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 Aqua Patio 240 SE 4 Gate 2004 tops out at 140 hp. Engine specs for the Aqua Patio 240 RS 2000 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads - 24 gal and 24 gal - so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Aqua Patio 240 RS 2000 is rated for 17 passengers, while the Aqua Patio 240 SE 4 Gate 2004 caps at 15. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Aqua Patio 240 RS 2000 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Aqua Patio 240 RS 2000 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 17 passengers and at 24,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Aqua Patio 240 SE 4 Gate 2004 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 15 that costs less to run day-to-day.