Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Baja Marine 245 Performance 2006 vs Baja Marine 26 Outlaw 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Baja Marine 245 Performance 2006 vs Baja Marine 26 Outlaw 2008 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 26 Outlaw 2008 at 26,0 ft. At 4 lbs and 48 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 26 Outlaw 2008 tops out at 600 hp. Engine specs for the Baja Marine 245 Performance 2006 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Baja Marine 26 Outlaw 2008 carries 101 gallons versus 8 gallons in the Baja Marine 245 Performance 2006. 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 Baja Marine 245 Performance 2006 and Baja Marine 26 Outlaw 2008 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
Model245 Performance
Model26 Outlaw
Model Year2006
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam8 ft. 4 in. (2.54 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.54
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches1
Deadrise23℃
Deadrise24℃
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (86.36 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail38 in. (96.52 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Meters0.97
Draft [max] - Inches34
Draft [max] - Inches38
Weight - Detail4,000 lbs. (1,814.4 kg)
Weight - Detail4,800 lbs. (2,177 kg)
Weight - kg1814.37
Weight - kg2177.24
Weight - lbs.4
Weight - lbs.48
Length - Meters7.44
Length - Meters7.92
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet26
Length - Inches5
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 5 in. (7.44 m)
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 0 in. (7.92 m)
Length overall - Meters7.44
Length overall - Meters7.92
Length overall - Inches293
Length overall - Inches312
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length [over all with swim platform]27 ft. 8 in. (8.43 m)
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardMerCruiser MX 6.2L/320 hp
Engine/s standardMerCruiser? 496 Magnum/375 hp/Bravo I
Fuel tank capacity - Detail80 gal. (302.8 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail101 gal. (382.3 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters302.83
Fuel tank capacity - Liters382.33
Fuel tank capacity - Gal8
Fuel tank capacity - Gal101
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeInboard
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Engine maxnot available
Engine max600 hp
Operational Info
Sleeping capacity2
Sleeping capacity3
Water capacity9 gal. (34.1 l)
Water capacitynot available
Maximum people6
Maximum people6
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee