Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Aquasport 210 Osprey 2005 vs Aquasport 215 Explorer 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Aquasport 210 Osprey 2005 vs Aquasport 215 Explorer 2005 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Aquasport 215 Explorer 2005 measures 21,0 feet overall (2005), giving it roughly 19,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Aquasport 210 Osprey 2005 at 2,0 feet (2005). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Aquasport 215 Explorer 2005 tips the scales at 3 315 lbs — 3 040 lbs less than the Aquasport 210 Osprey 2005 at 275 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 300 hp, the Aquasport 215 Explorer 2005 has a 100-hp advantage over the Aquasport 210 Osprey 2005's 200-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Aquasport 210 Osprey 2005 carries 77 gallons versus 1 gallons in the Aquasport 215 Explorer 2005. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 6 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.
Bottom line: The Aquasport 215 Explorer 2005 at 21,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Aquasport 210 Osprey 2005 at 2,0 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
MakeAquasport
MakeAquasport
Model210 Osprey
Model215 Explorer
Model Year2005
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 7 in. (2.61 m)
Beam8 ft. (2.44 m)
Beam - Meters2.62
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches103
Beam - Inches96
Bridge clearance - DetailWith top (approx.): 5 ft. 5 in. (1.65 m) With T-top (approx.) 7 ft. 11 in. (2.41 m) W/ Bimini top (approx.): 7 ft. 6 in. (2.29 m)
Bridge clearance - DetailWithout top (approx.): 5 ft. 9 in. (1.75 m) With hardtop (approx.): 8 ft. 4 in. (2.56 m) With Bimini top (approx.): 6 ft. 10 in. (2.08 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.41
Bridge clearance - Meters2.54
Bridge clearance - Inches95
Bridge clearance - Inches1
Deadrise19℃
Deadrise18℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail15 in. (0.38 m)
Draft [drive up] - Detail15 in. (0.38 m)
Draft [drive up] meters0.38
Draft [drive up] meters0.38
Draft [drive up] inches15
Draft [drive up] inches15
Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (0.84 m)
Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (0.84 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Inches33
Draft [max] - Inches33
Weight - Detail2,750 lbs. (1,247 kg)
Weight - Detail3,315 lbs. (1,504 kg)
Weight - kg1247.38
Weight - kg1503.66
Weight - lbs.275
Weight - lbs.3315
Height [transom]25 in. (0.64 m)
Height [transom]25 in. (0.64 m)
Length - Meters6.2
Length - Meters6.5
Length - Feet2
Length - Feet21
Length - Inches4
Length - Inches4
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 4 in. (6.20 m)
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 4 in. (6.5 m)
Length overall - Meters6.2
Length overall - Meters6.5
Length overall - Inches244
Length overall - Inches256
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail77 gal. (291.5 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail100 gal. (375 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters291.48
Fuel tank capacity - Liters378.54
Fuel tank capacity - Gal77
Fuel tank capacity - Gal1
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max200 hp (149.2 kw)
Engine max300 hp (224 kw)
Operational Info
Headroomnot available
Headroom5 ft. 0 in. (1.75 m)