Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Chaparral 204 Xtreme 2013 vs Chaparral Sunesta 284 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a deep vee Chaparral 204 Xtreme 2013 against a modified vee Chaparral Sunesta 284 2010 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely 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 284 2010 measures 28,3 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 7,8 additional feet of deck space compared to the Chaparral 204 Xtreme 2013 at 20,5 feet (2013). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Chaparral 204 Xtreme 2013 tips the scales at 355 lbs — 291 lbs more than the Chaparral Sunesta 284 2010 at 64 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 Chaparral 204 Xtreme 2013 carries a rated maximum of 300 hp. Engine data for the Chaparral Sunesta 284 2010 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Chaparral Sunesta 284 2010 carries 105 gallons versus 33 gallons in the Chaparral 204 Xtreme 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Chaparral 204 Xtreme 2013 is rated for up to 10 people. Passenger data for the Chaparral Sunesta 284 2010 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Chaparral Sunesta 284 2010 at 28,3 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Chaparral 204 Xtreme 2013 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 284
Model Year2013
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 4 in. (2.54 m)
Beam9 ft. (2.74 m)
Beam - Meters2.54
Beam - Meters2.74
Beam - Inches1
Beam - Inches108
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 Tower: 8 ft. 2 in. (2.49 m) Without Arch Tower:5 ft. 7 in. (1.7 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.26
Bridge clearance - Meters2.49
Bridge clearance - Inches89
Bridge clearance - Inches98
Deadrise18°
Deadrise22°
Draft [drive up] - Detail13 in. (33 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail26 in. (66 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.33
Draft [drive up] meters0.66
Draft [drive up] inches13
Draft [drive up] inches26
Draft [max] - Detail32 in. (81 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail39 in. (99 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Meters0.99
Draft [max] - Inches32
Draft [max] - Inches39
Weight - Detail3,550 lbs. (1,610 kg)
Weight - Detail6,400 lbs. (2,903 kg)
Weight - kg1610.25
Weight - kg2902.99
Weight - lbs.355
Weight - lbs.64
Length - Feet20.5
Length - Feet28.33
Length [over all with swim platform]20 ft. 6 in. (6.25 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]28 ft. 4 in. (8.64 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail33 gal. (125 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail105 gal. (397 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters124.92
Fuel tank capacity - Liters397.47
Fuel tank capacity - Gal33
Fuel tank capacity - Gal105
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max300 hp (224 kW)
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Maximum people10 / 1,400 lbs
Maximum peopleYach certified
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity22 gal. (83 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