Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 vs Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 or the Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012?

For trailering, the Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 has the edge at 34 lbs dry weight versus 54 lbs for the Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.

Q: Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012 is rated to a maximum of 400 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 tops out at 320 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.

Q: How many passengers can the Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 carry?

The Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 has an official capacity rating of 1 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.

Q: Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012 measures 102" wide, compared to 101" for the Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 or the Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012?

The Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 has the bigger tank at 51 gallons, versus 8 gallons on the Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012. That 43-gallon difference translates to roughly 129–215 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 and Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 and the Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012 are built by Chaparral. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.

Boat Comparison

Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 vs Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012

Chaparral

Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004

2004

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Chaparral

Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012

2012

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 vs Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012 — Which Modified Vee Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 and the Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012 are modified vee designs with composite construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 400 hp, the Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012 has a 80-hp advantage over the Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004's 320-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 carries 51 gallons versus 8 gallons in the Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

The Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 is rated for up to 1 people. Passenger data for the Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012 wasn't available.

Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012 and its 400-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 with its 320-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.

General Boat Info

MakeChaparral

Model204 SSi Sportboat

Model264 Sunesta WT

Model Year2004

Model Year2012

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 4.5 in. (2.55 m)

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.57

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches100.5

Beam - Inches102

Bridge clearance - Detail4 ft. 3.5 in. (1.3 m)

Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch Tower: 7 ft. 8 in. (2.34 m) Without Arch Tower: 5 ft. 3 in. (1.6 m)

Bridge clearance - Meters1.32

Bridge clearance - Meters2.34

Bridge clearance - Inches51.5

Bridge clearance - Inches92

Deadrise20℃

Deadrise22°

Draft [drive up] - Detail18.12 in. (46.03 cm)

Draft [drive up] - Detail24 in. (61 cm)

Draft [drive up] meters0.46

Draft [drive up] meters0.61

Draft [drive up] inches18.12

Draft [drive up] inches24

Draft [max] - Detail36.5 in. (92.71 cm)

Draft [max] - Detail38 in. (97 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.94

Draft [max] - Meters0.97

Draft [max] - Inches36.5

Draft [max] - Inches38

Weight - Detail3,400 lbs. (1,542 kg)

Weight - Detail5,400 lbs. (2,449 kg)

Weight - kg1542.21

Weight - kg2449.4

Weight - lbs.34

Weight - lbs.54

Length [over all with swim platform]21 ft. 3.5 in. (6.49 m)

Length [over all with swim platform]26 ft. 4 in. (8.03 m)

Length overall - Detail19 ft. 6.5 in. (5.95 m)

Length overall - Detailnot available

Length overall - Meters5.97

Length overall - Metersnot available

Length overall - Inches234.5

Length overall - Inchesnot available

Length - Feetnot available

Length - Feet26.33

Body / Hull

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull materialnot available

Hull materialFiberglass

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standard190 hp

Engine/s standardnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail51 gal. (193 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail80 gal. (303 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters193.06

Fuel tank capacity - Liters302.83

Fuel tank capacity - Gal51

Fuel tank capacity - Gal8

Engine max320 hp (239 kw)

Engine max400 hp (298 kW)

Fuel typenot available

Fuel typeGas

Drive typenot available

Drive typeI/O

Operational Info

Maximum people1

Maximum peopleYacht certified

Water capacitynot available

Water capacity13.5 gal. (51 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available

Holding tank capacity - Detail3.8 gal. (14 l)

Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available

Holding tank capacity - Liters15.14

Holding tank capacity - Galnot available

Holding tank capacity - Gal3.8

Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 vs Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012 — Common Questions

Which is easier to trailer — the Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 or the Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012?

For trailering, the Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 has the edge at 34 lbs dry weight versus 54 lbs for the Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.

Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012 is rated to a maximum of 400 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 tops out at 320 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.

How many passengers can the Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 carry?

The Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 has an official capacity rating of 1 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.

Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012 measures 102" wide, compared to 101" for the Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 or the Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012?

The Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 has the bigger tank at 51 gallons, versus 8 gallons on the Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012. That 43-gallon difference translates to roughly 129–215 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 and Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Chaparral 204 SSi Sportboat 2004 and the Chaparral 264 Sunesta WT 2012 are built by Chaparral. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.

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