Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Caravelle 192 SS Bowrider 2009 vs Caravelle 232 SS Bowrider 2007: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Caravelle 192 SS Bowrider 2009 vs Caravelle 232 SS Bowrider 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Caravelle 232 SS Bowrider 2007 measures 23,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 3,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Caravelle 192 SS Bowrider 2009 at 19,5 feet (2009). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Caravelle 232 SS Bowrider 2007 tips the scales at 3 500 lbs - 600 lbs less than the Caravelle 192 SS Bowrider 2009 at 2 900 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 375 hp, the Caravelle 232 SS Bowrider 2007 has a 105-hp advantage over the Caravelle 192 SS Bowrider 2009's 270-hp ceiling - enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Caravelle 232 SS Bowrider 2007 carries 36 gallons versus 30 gallons in the Caravelle 192 SS Bowrider 2009. 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 232 SS Bowrider 2007 at 23,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Caravelle 192 SS Bowrider 2009 at 19,5 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
MakeCaravelle
MakeCaravelle
Model192 SS Bowrider
Model232 SS Bowrider
Model Year2009
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 0 in.
Beam8 ft. 4 in.
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Meters2.54
Beam - Inches96
Beam - Inches100
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise20℃
Draft [drive up] - DetailMercury: 17 in. Volvo: 21 in.
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: 33 in. Volvo: 35 in.
Draft [max] - DetailMercury: 35 in. Volvo: 36 in.
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Inches35
Draft [max] - Inches36
Weight - Detail2,900 lbs.
Weight - Detail3,500 lbs.
Weight - kg1315.42
Weight - kg1587.57
Weight - lbs.2900
Weight - lbs.3500
Length - Feet19.5
Length - Feet23
Length overall - Detail19.5 ft.
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 0 in.
Length overall - Meters5.94
Length overall - Meters7.01
Length overall - Inches234
Length overall - Inches276
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardVolvo 4.3GL - 190 hp
Engine/s standardVolvo 5.0 GXi - 270 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detail36 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Liters136.27
Fuel tank capacity - Gal30
Fuel tank capacity - Gal36
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max270 hp
Engine max375 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people7
Maximum peoplenot available
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailTennessee
Trailer - DetailTennessee tandem-axle with brakes
Trailer - Height6 ft. 2 in.
Trailer - Height6 ft. 3 in.
Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 6 in. (Removable trailer tongue will shorten length by approximately 26 in.)
Trailer - Length over all27 ft. 1 in. (Removable trailer tongue will shorten length by approximately 26 in.)
Trailer - Width8 ft. 6 in.
Trailer - Width8 ft. 6 in.