The Baja Marine 245 Performance 2006 vs Baja Marine 247 Islander 2010 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 245 Performance 2006 at 24,0 ft versus Baja Marine 247 Islander 2010 at 24,4 ft. At 4 lbs and 43 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 247 Islander 2010 tops out at 425 hp. Engine specs for the Baja Marine 245 Performance 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.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Baja Marine 247 Islander 2010 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Baja Marine 245 Performance 2006 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Baja Marine 247 Islander 2010 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Baja Marine 247 Islander 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 24,4 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Baja Marine 245 Performance 2006 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.