Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Baja Marine 23 Outlaw 2006 vs Baja Marine 245 Performance 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Baja Marine 23 Outlaw 2006 vs Baja Marine 245 Performance 2007 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 — Baja Marine 23 Outlaw 2006 at 23,0 ft versus Baja Marine 245 Performance 2007 at 24,0 ft. At 42 lbs and 4 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 Baja Marine 245 Performance 2007 tops out at 425 hp. Engine specs for the Baja Marine 23 Outlaw 2006 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 8 gal and 8 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
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 Baja Marine 23 Outlaw 2006 and Baja Marine 245 Performance 2007 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
MakeBaja Marine
MakeBaja Marine
Model23 Outlaw
Model245 Performance
Model Year2006
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 4 in. (2.54 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters2.54
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches1
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise23℃
Deadrise23℃
Draft [max] - Detail39 in. (99 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (86.36 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.99
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Inches39
Draft [max] - Inches34
Weight - Detail4,200 lbs. (1,905 kg)
Weight - Detail4,000 lbs. (1,814.4 kg)
Weight - kg1905.09
Weight - kg1814.37
Weight - lbs.42
Weight - lbs.4
Length - Meters7.16
Length - Meters7.44
Length - Feet23
Length - Feet24
Length - Inches6
Length - Inches5
Length [over all with swim platform]24 ft. 8 in. (7.52 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 6 in. (7.16 m)
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 5 in. (7.44 m)
Length overall - Meters7.16
Length overall - Meters7.44
Length overall - Inches282
Length overall - Inches293
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardMerCruiser MX 6.2L/Bravo I/SS Prop/320 hp
Engine/s standardMerCruiser? MX 6.2L/320 hp/Bravo I
Fuel tank capacity - Detail80 gal. (302.8 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail80 gal. (302.8 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters302.83
Fuel tank capacity - Liters302.83
Fuel tank capacity - Gal8
Fuel tank capacity - Gal8
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Engine maxnot available
Engine max425 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people6
Maximum people6
Sleeping capacitynot available
Sleeping capacity2
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity9 gal. (34.1 l)
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass