Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Boston Whaler 270 Outrage 2006 vs Boston Whaler 320 Outrage Cuddy Cabin 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Boston Whaler 270 Outrage 2006 vs Boston Whaler 320 Outrage Cuddy Cabin 2006 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 Boston Whaler 320 Outrage Cuddy Cabin 2006 measures 32,0 feet overall (2006), giving it roughly 5,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Boston Whaler 270 Outrage 2006 at 27,0 feet (2006). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Boston Whaler 270 Outrage 2006 tips the scales at 516 lbs — 507 lbs more than the Boston Whaler 320 Outrage Cuddy Cabin 2006 at 9 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 600 hp, the Boston Whaler 320 Outrage Cuddy Cabin 2006 has a 150-hp advantage over the Boston Whaler 270 Outrage 2006's 450-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 2 gal and 3 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 14 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 Boston Whaler 320 Outrage Cuddy Cabin 2006 at 32,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Boston Whaler 270 Outrage 2006 at 27,0 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
MakeBoston Whaler
MakeBoston Whaler
Model270 Outrage
Model320 Outrage Cuddy Cabin
Model Year2006
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam10 ft. 2 in. (3.09 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters3.1
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches122
Bridge clearance - Detail6 ft. 5 in. (1.95 m) With T-top: 8 ft. 9 in. (2.66 m)
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Hard Top: 9 ft. 10 in. (2.99 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.67
Bridge clearance - Meters3
Bridge clearance - Inches105
Bridge clearance - Inches118
Draft [max] - Detail20 in. (.50 m)
Draft [max] - Detail22 in. (.55 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.51
Draft [max] - Meters0.56
Draft [max] - Inches2
Draft [max] - Inches22
Weight - Detail5,160 lbs. (2,340 kg)
Weight - Detail9,000 lbs. (4,082 kg)
Weight - kg2340.53
Weight - kg4082.33
Weight - lbs.516
Weight - lbs.9
Height [transom]25 in. (.63 m)
Height [transom]30 in. (.76 m)
Length - Meters8.22
Length - Meters9.8
Length - Feet27
Length - Feet32
Length overall - Detail27 ft. 0 in. (8.22 m)
Length overall - Detail32 ft. 2 in. (9.80 m)
Length overall - Meters8.23
Length overall - Meters9.8
Length overall - Inches324
Length overall - Inches386
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches2
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard200 CXL OptiMax? Mercury?
Engine/s standard250 CXXL DTS Mercury? Verado? FourStroke with power-assisted steering
Fuel tank capacity - Detail200 gal. (757 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail300 gal. (1,135 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters757.08
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1135.62
Fuel tank capacity - Gal2
Fuel tank capacity - Gal3
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxMaximum: 450 hp (335 kW) Minimum: 400 hp (298 kW) Maximum Engine Weight: 1,400 lbs. (635 kg)
Engine maxMaximum: 600 hp (447 kW) Minimum: 400 hp (298 kW) Maximum Engine Weight: 1,400 lbs. (635 kg)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity5,700 lbs. (2,585 kg)
Maximum capacity4,800 lbs. (2,177 kg)
Maximum people14
Maximum people14