Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Chaparral 204 Xtreme 2010 vs Chaparral Sunesta 264 Wide-Tech 2008: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Chaparral 204 Xtreme 2010 is a deep-V design and the Chaparral Sunesta 264 Wide-Tech 2008 is a modified-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Chaparral Sunesta 264 Wide-Tech 2008 measures 26,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 5,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Chaparral 204 Xtreme 2010 at 20,5 feet (2010). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Chaparral Sunesta 264 Wide-Tech 2008 tips the scales at 5 400 lbs - 1 850 lbs less than the Chaparral 204 Xtreme 2010 at 3 550 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 Chaparral Sunesta 264 Wide-Tech 2008 has a 105-hp advantage over the Chaparral 204 Xtreme 2010'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 Chaparral Sunesta 264 Wide-Tech 2008 carries 80 gallons versus 35 gallons in the Chaparral 204 Xtreme 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Chaparral 204 Xtreme 2010 is rated for up to 11 people. Passenger data for the Chaparral Sunesta 264 Wide-Tech 2008 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Chaparral Sunesta 264 Wide-Tech 2008 at 26,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Chaparral 204 Xtreme 2010 at 20,5 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
MakeChaparral
MakeChaparral
Model204 Xtreme
ModelSunesta 264 Wide-Tech
Model Year2010
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 4 in. (2.54 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters2.54
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches100
Beam - Inches102
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Wakeboard Tower Upright: 7 ft. 2 in. (2.18 m) With Wakeboard Tower Folded: 5 ft. 3 in. (1.6 m) With Arch Tower Upright: 7 ft. 5 in. (2.26 m) With Arch Tower Folded: 6 ft. 4 in. (1.93 m)
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch: 92 in. (2.34 m) Without Arch: 63 in. (1.6 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.26
Bridge clearance - Meters2.34
Bridge clearance - Inches89
Bridge clearance - Inches92
Deadrise18°
Deadrise22℃
Weight - Detail3,550 lbs. (1,610 kg)
Weight - Detail5,400 lbs. (2,449 kg)
Weight - kg1610.25
Weight - kg2449.4
Weight - lbs.3550
Weight - lbs.5400
Length - Feet20.5
Length - Feet26
Length [over all with swim platform]20 ft. 6 in. (6.25 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]26 ft. 4 in. (8.03 m)
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail24 in. (61 cm)
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.61
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] inches24
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail38 in. (97 cm)
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.97
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches38
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters8.03
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches4
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail35 gal. (132 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail80 gal. (303 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters132.49
Fuel tank capacity - Liters302.83
Fuel tank capacity - Gal35
Fuel tank capacity - Gal80
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Horsepower270 hp (201 kW)
Horsepowernot available
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardVolvo 5.7 Gi MPi DP drive 300 hp
Engine maxnot available
Engine max375 hp (280 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum people11 or 1,400 lbs.
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) With Optional VacuFlush: 6.5 gal. (24.6 l)
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters26.5
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal6.5