Chaparral 220 SSi Sportboat 2005 vs Chaparral SSX 267 2011 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is easier to trailer - the Chaparral 220 SSi Sportboat 2005 or the Chaparral SSX 267 2011?

For trailering, the Chaparral 220 SSi Sportboat 2005 has the edge at 3 650 lbs dry weight versus 5 300 lbs for the Chaparral SSX 267 2011. 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 SSX 267 2011 is rated to a maximum of 380 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Chaparral 220 SSi Sportboat 2005 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 people can each boat hold?

The Chaparral 220 SSi Sportboat 2005 is Coast Guard rated for 12 passengers, while the Chaparral SSX 267 2011 is certified for 12. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing - on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

Q: Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Chaparral 220 SSi Sportboat 2005 and Chaparral SSX 267 2011 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m) beam - meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank - the Chaparral 220 SSi Sportboat 2005 or the Chaparral SSX 267 2011?

The Chaparral SSX 267 2011 has the bigger tank at 80 gallons, versus 56 gallons on the Chaparral 220 SSi Sportboat 2005. That 24-gallon difference translates to roughly 72–120 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Chaparral 220 SSi Sportboat 2005 and Chaparral SSX 267 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Chaparral 220 SSi Sportboat 2005 and the Chaparral SSX 267 2011 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 220 SSi Sportboat 2005 vs Chaparral SSX 267 2011

Chaparral

Chaparral 220 SSi Sportboat 2005

2005

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Chaparral SSX 267 2011

2011

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Chaparral 220 SSi Sportboat 2005 vs Chaparral SSX 267 2011: Which Modified-V Boat Fits Your Needs?

Both the Chaparral 220 SSi Sportboat 2005 and the Chaparral SSX 267 2011 are modified-V designs, so 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 380 hp, the Chaparral SSX 267 2011 has a 60-hp advantage over the Chaparral 220 SSi Sportboat 2005'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 SSX 267 2011 carries 80 gallons versus 56 gallons in the Chaparral 220 SSi Sportboat 2005. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

Both boats are rated for 12 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: Performance buyers should lean toward the Chaparral SSX 267 2011 and its 380-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Chaparral 220 SSi Sportboat 2005 with its 320-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.

General Boat Info

MakeChaparral

Model220 SSi Sportboat

ModelSSX 267

Model Year2005

Model Year2011

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. 0 in. (1.52 m)

Bridge clearance - DetailWith Radar Arch: 7 ft. 9 in. (2.36 m) Without Radar Arch: 5 ft. 4 in. (1.63 m)

Bridge clearance - Meters1.52

Bridge clearance - Meters2.36

Bridge clearance - Inches60

Bridge clearance - Inches93

Deadrise20℃

Deadrise23°

Draft [drive up] - Detail17 in. (50 cm)

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

Draft [drive up] meters0.43

Draft [drive up] meters0.61

Draft [drive up] inches17

Draft [drive up] inches24

Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (95 cm)

Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.91

Draft [max] - Inches36

Weight - Detail3,650 lbs. (1,656 kg)

Weight - Detail5,300 lbs. (2,404 kg)

Weight - kg1655.61

Weight - kg2404.04

Weight - lbs.3650

Weight - lbs.5300

Length [over all with swim platform]23 ft. 9 in. (7.24 m)

Length [over all with swim platform]26 ft. 5 in. (8.05 m)

Length overall - Detail21 ft. 6 in. (6.55 m)

Length overall - Detailnot available

Length overall - Meters6.55

Length overall - Metersnot available

Length overall - Inches258

Length overall - Inchesnot available

Length - Feetnot available

Length - Feet26.42

Body / Hull

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull materialnot available

Hull materialFiberglass

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standard220 hp

Engine/s standardnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail56 gal. (212 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail80 gal. (303 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters211.98

Fuel tank capacity - Liters302.83

Fuel tank capacity - Gal56

Fuel tank capacity - Gal80

Engine max320 hp (239 kw)

Engine max380 hp (283 kW)

Fuel typenot available

Fuel typeGas

Drive typenot available

Drive typeI/O

Operational Info

Maximum people12

Maximum people12 or 1,605 lbs.

Water capacitynot available

Water capacity10 gal. (38 l)

Maximum capacitynot available

Maximum capacityYacht certified

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 220 SSi Sportboat 2005 vs Chaparral SSX 267 2011 - Common Questions

Which is easier to trailer - the Chaparral 220 SSi Sportboat 2005 or the Chaparral SSX 267 2011?

For trailering, the Chaparral 220 SSi Sportboat 2005 has the edge at 3 650 lbs dry weight versus 5 300 lbs for the Chaparral SSX 267 2011. 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 SSX 267 2011 is rated to a maximum of 380 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Chaparral 220 SSi Sportboat 2005 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 people can each boat hold?

The Chaparral 220 SSi Sportboat 2005 is Coast Guard rated for 12 passengers, while the Chaparral SSX 267 2011 is certified for 12. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing - on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Chaparral 220 SSi Sportboat 2005 and Chaparral SSX 267 2011 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m) beam - meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank - the Chaparral 220 SSi Sportboat 2005 or the Chaparral SSX 267 2011?

The Chaparral SSX 267 2011 has the bigger tank at 80 gallons, versus 56 gallons on the Chaparral 220 SSi Sportboat 2005. That 24-gallon difference translates to roughly 72–120 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Chaparral 220 SSi Sportboat 2005 and Chaparral SSX 267 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Chaparral 220 SSi Sportboat 2005 and the Chaparral SSX 267 2011 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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