Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Chaparral 244 Xtreme 2011 vs Chaparral 285 SSi 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a deep vee Chaparral 244 Xtreme 2011 against a modified vee Chaparral 285 SSi 2011 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Chaparral 244 Xtreme 2011 at 24,3 ft versus Chaparral 285 SSi 2011 at 22,0 ft. At 47 lbs and 73 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 430 hp, the Chaparral 285 SSi 2011 has a 110-hp advantage over the Chaparral 244 Xtreme 2011'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 285 SSi 2011 carries 105 gallons versus 6 gallons in the Chaparral 244 Xtreme 2011. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Chaparral 244 Xtreme 2011 is rated for up to 14 people. Passenger data for the Chaparral 285 SSi 2011 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Chaparral 244 Xtreme 2011 at 24,3 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Chaparral 285 SSi 2011 at 22,0 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
Model244 Xtreme
Model285 SSi
Model Year2011
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam9 ft. (2.74 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.74
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches108
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Wakeboard Tower Upright: 9 ft. 7 in. (2.92 m) With Wakeboard Tower Folded: 7 ft. 8 in. (2.34 m) With Arch Tower Upright: 9 ft. 10 in. (3 m)
Bridge clearance - DetailWithout Arch: 6 ft. 2 in. (1.88 m) With Arch: 8 ft. 11 in. (2.72 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters3
Bridge clearance - Meters2.72
Bridge clearance - Inches118
Bridge clearance - Inches107
Deadrise20°
Deadrise22°
Draft [drive up] - Detail17 in. (43 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail20 in. (51 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.43
Draft [drive up] meters0.51
Draft [drive up] inches17
Draft [drive up] inches2
Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (84 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (89 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Inches33
Draft [max] - Inches35
Weight - Detail4,700 lbs. (2,132 kg)
Weight - Detail7,300 lbs. (3,311 kg)
Weight - kg2131.88
Weight - kg3311.22
Weight - lbs.47
Weight - lbs.73
Length - Feet24.33
Length - Feet22
Length [over all with swim platform]24 ft. 4 in. (7.42 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]28 ft. 10 in. (8.79 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail60 gal. (227 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail105 gal. (397 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters227.12
Fuel tank capacity - Liters397.47
Fuel tank capacity - Gal6
Fuel tank capacity - Gal105
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max320 hp (239 kW)
Engine max430 hp (321 kW)
Operational Info
Water capacity10 gal. (38 l)
Water capacity14 gal. (53 l)
Maximum people14 or 2,100 lbs
Maximum peopleYacht certified
Holding tank capacity - Detail3.8 gal (14 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail4 gal. (15 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters15.14
Holding tank capacity - Liters15.14
Holding tank capacity - Gal3.8
Holding tank capacity - Gal4
Headroomnot available
Headroom5 ft. 3 in. (1.60 m)
Sleeping capacitynot available
Sleeping capacity2