Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Chaparral 216 SSi WT 2013 vs Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2011 — Which Deep Vee Fits Your Needs?
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Chaparral 216 SSi WT 2013 and the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2011 are deep vee designs with fiberglass 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?
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2011 measures 26,3 feet overall (2011), giving it roughly 4,8 additional feet of deck space compared to the Chaparral 216 SSi WT 2013 at 21,5 feet (2013). At 35 lbs and 58 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 425 hp, the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2011 has a 105-hp advantage over the Chaparral 216 SSi WT 2013'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 216 SSi WT 2013 carries 36 gallons versus 8 gallons in the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2011. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Chaparral 216 SSi WT 2013 is rated for up to 11 people. Passenger data for the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2011 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2011 at 26,3 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Chaparral 216 SSi WT 2013 at 21,5 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
Model216 SSi WT
Model264 Xtreme
Model Year2013
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 4 in. (2.54 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters2.54
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches1
Beam - Inches102
Bridge clearance - Detail4 ft. 5 in. (1.35 m) With Arch: 7 ft. 8 in. (2.34 m) With Arch Folded: 6 ft. 5 in. (1.96 m) With Wakeboard Tower: 7 ft. 3 in. (2.21 m) With Wakeboard Tower Folded: 6 ft. (1.83 m)
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch Tower: 7 ft. 8 in. (2.34 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.34
Bridge clearance - Meters2.34
Bridge clearance - Inches92
Bridge clearance - Inches92
Deadrise20°
Deadrise22°
Draft [drive up] - Detail16 in. (41 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail24 in. (61 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.41
Draft [drive up] meters0.61
Draft [drive up] inches16
Draft [drive up] inches24
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (86 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail38 in. (97 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Meters0.97
Draft [max] - Inches34
Draft [max] - Inches38
Weight - Detail3,500 lbs. (1,588 kg)
Weight - Detail5,800 lbs. (2,631 kg)
Weight - kg1587.57
Weight - kg2630.83
Weight - lbs.35
Weight - lbs.58
Length - Feet21.5
Length - Feet26.33
Length [over all with swim platform]21 ft. 6 in. (6.55 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]26 ft. 4 in. (8.03 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail36 gal. (136 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail80 gal. (303 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters136.27
Fuel tank capacity - Liters302.83
Fuel tank capacity - Gal36
Fuel tank capacity - Gal8
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max320 hp (239 kW)
Engine max425 hp (317 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum people11 / 1,500 lbs
Maximum peopleYacht certified
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity14 gal. (53 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