Chaparral 224 Xtreme 2012 vs Chaparral 236 SSi Sportboat 2004 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Chaparral 224 Xtreme 2012 or the Chaparral 236 SSi Sportboat 2004?

For trailering, the Chaparral 224 Xtreme 2012 has the edge at 415 lbs dry weight versus 4 338 lbs for the Chaparral 236 SSi Sportboat 2004. 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: How many passengers can the Chaparral 224 Xtreme 2012 carry?

The Chaparral 224 Xtreme 2012 has an official capacity rating of 12 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.

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

Both the Chaparral 224 Xtreme 2012 and Chaparral 236 SSi Sportboat 2004 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 224 Xtreme 2012 or the Chaparral 236 SSi Sportboat 2004?

The Chaparral 236 SSi Sportboat 2004 has the bigger tank at 54 gallons, versus 5 gallons on the Chaparral 224 Xtreme 2012. That 49-gallon difference translates to roughly 147–245 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Chaparral 224 Xtreme 2012 and Chaparral 236 SSi Sportboat 2004 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Chaparral 224 Xtreme 2012 and the Chaparral 236 SSi Sportboat 2004 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 224 Xtreme 2012 vs Chaparral 236 SSi Sportboat 2004

Chaparral

Chaparral 224 Xtreme 2012

2012

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Chaparral

Chaparral 236 SSi Sportboat 2004

2004

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Chaparral 224 Xtreme 2012 vs Chaparral 236 SSi Sportboat 2004 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Chaparral 224 Xtreme 2012 vs Chaparral 236 SSi Sportboat 2004 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 320 hp for the Chaparral 224 Xtreme 2012 and 320 hp for the Chaparral 236 SSi Sportboat 2004. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Chaparral 236 SSi Sportboat 2004 carries 54 gallons versus 5 gallons in the Chaparral 224 Xtreme 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

The Chaparral 224 Xtreme 2012 is rated for up to 12 people. Passenger data for the Chaparral 236 SSi Sportboat 2004 wasn't available.

Bottom line: The Chaparral 224 Xtreme 2012 and Chaparral 236 SSi Sportboat 2004 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.

General Boat Info

MakeChaparral

Model224 Xtreme

Model236 SSi Sportboat

Model Year2012

Model Year2004

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Bridge clearance - DetailWith Wakeboard Tower Upright: 9 ft. 2 in. (2.79 m) With Wakeboard Tower Folded: 7 ft. 3 in. (2.21 m) With Arch Tower Upright: 9 ft. 5 in. (2.87 m) With Arch Tower Folded Down: 8 ft. 4 in. (2.54 m)

Bridge clearance - Detailnot available

Bridge clearance - Meters2.87

Bridge clearance - Metersnot available

Bridge clearance - Inches113

Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available

Deadrise18°

Deadrise20℃

Draft [drive up] - Detail20 in. (51 cm)

Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available

Draft [drive up] meters0.51

Draft [drive up] metersnot available

Draft [drive up] inches2

Draft [drive up] inchesnot available

Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (89 cm)

Draft [max] - Detailnot available

Draft [max] - Meters0.89

Draft [max] - Metersnot available

Draft [max] - Inches35

Draft [max] - Inchesnot available

Weight - Detail4,150 lbs. (1,882 kg)

Weight - Detail4,338 lbs. (1,968 kg)

Weight - kg1882.41

Weight - kg1967.68

Weight - lbs.415

Weight - lbs.4338

Length - Feet22.33

Length - Feetnot available

Length [over all with swim platform]22 ft. 4 in. (6.81 m)

Length [over all with swim platform]24 ft. 1 in. (7.34 m)

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull materialnot available

Hull typeDeep Vee

Hull typenot available

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail54 gal. (204 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27

Fuel tank capacity - Liters204.41

Fuel tank capacity - Gal5

Fuel tank capacity - Gal54

Fuel typeGas

Fuel typenot available

Drive typeI/O

Drive typenot available

Engine max320 hp (239 kW)

Engine max320 hp (239 kw)

Operational Info

Water capacity10 gal. (38 l)

Water capacitynot available

Maximum people12 or 1,750 lbs

Maximum peoplenot available

Chaparral 224 Xtreme 2012 vs Chaparral 236 SSi Sportboat 2004 — Common Questions

Which is easier to trailer — the Chaparral 224 Xtreme 2012 or the Chaparral 236 SSi Sportboat 2004?

For trailering, the Chaparral 224 Xtreme 2012 has the edge at 415 lbs dry weight versus 4 338 lbs for the Chaparral 236 SSi Sportboat 2004. 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.

How many passengers can the Chaparral 224 Xtreme 2012 carry?

The Chaparral 224 Xtreme 2012 has an official capacity rating of 12 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.

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

Both the Chaparral 224 Xtreme 2012 and Chaparral 236 SSi Sportboat 2004 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 224 Xtreme 2012 or the Chaparral 236 SSi Sportboat 2004?

The Chaparral 236 SSi Sportboat 2004 has the bigger tank at 54 gallons, versus 5 gallons on the Chaparral 224 Xtreme 2012. That 49-gallon difference translates to roughly 147–245 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Chaparral 224 Xtreme 2012 and Chaparral 236 SSi Sportboat 2004 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Chaparral 224 Xtreme 2012 and the Chaparral 236 SSi Sportboat 2004 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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