Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Caravelle 176 Fish & Ski 2002 vs Caravelle 232 SS Bowrider 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Caravelle 176 Fish & Ski 2002 vs Caravelle 232 SS Bowrider 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.
The Caravelle 232 SS Bowrider 2008 tops out at 375 hp. Engine specs for the Caravelle 176 Fish & Ski 2002 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Caravelle 232 SS Bowrider 2008 carries 36 gallons versus 2 gallons in the Caravelle 176 Fish & Ski 2002. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 7 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 Caravelle 176 Fish & Ski 2002 and Caravelle 232 SS Bowrider 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
MakeCaravelle
MakeCaravelle
Model176 Fish & Ski
Model232 SS Bowrider
Model Year2002
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.13
Beam - Meters2.54
Beam - Inches84
Beam - Inches1
Deadrise18 degrees
Deadrise20℃
Draft [drive up] - DetailMercury 16" - Volvo 21"
Draft [drive up] - DetailMercury: 19 in. Volvo: 22 in
Draft [drive up] meters0.53
Draft [drive up] meters0.56
Draft [drive up] inches21
Draft [drive up] inches22
Draft [max] - DetailMercury 32" - Volvo 33"
Draft [max] - DetailMercury: 35 in. Volvo: 36 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Inches33
Draft [max] - Inches36
Weight - Detail2100 lbs
Weight - Detail3,500 lbs
Weight - kg952.54
Weight - kg1587.57
Weight - lbs.21
Weight - lbs.35
Length overall - Detail17' 4"
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters5.18
Length overall - Meters7.01
Length overall - Inches204
Length overall - Inches276
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet23
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard135 Max
Engine/s standardVolvo 5.0GXi - 270 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detail20 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail36 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters75.71
Fuel tank capacity - Liters136.27
Fuel tank capacity - Gal2
Fuel tank capacity - Gal36
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeI/O
Engine maxnot available
Engine max375 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people7 persons
Maximum peoplenot available
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailOptional
Trailer - DetailTennessee, tandem-axle with brakes
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Height6 ft. 3 in
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over all27 ft. 1 in. (Removable trailer tongue will shorten length by approximately 26 in.)
Trailer - Widthnot available
Trailer - Width8 ft. 6 in
Options / Other
OptionsFish finder
Optionsnot available