Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Chaparral 244 Xtreme 2013 vs Chaparral SSX 256 2010: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Chaparral 244 Xtreme 2013 is a deep-V design and the Chaparral SSX 256 2010 is a modified-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably 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 2013 at 24,3 ft versus Chaparral SSX 256 2010 at 26,4 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Chaparral SSX 256 2010 tips the scales at 5 300 lbs - 600 lbs less than the Chaparral 244 Xtreme 2013 at 4 700 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 400 hp, the Chaparral SSX 256 2010 has a 80-hp advantage over the Chaparral 244 Xtreme 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 SSX 256 2010 carries 80 gallons versus 63 gallons in the Chaparral 244 Xtreme 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Chaparral 244 Xtreme 2013 is rated for up to 14 people. Passenger data for the Chaparral SSX 256 2010 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Chaparral SSX 256 2010 at 26,4 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Chaparral 244 Xtreme 2013 at 24,3 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
ModelSSX 256
Model Year2013
Model Year2010
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beamnot available
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch Tower Upright: 9 ft. 10 in. (3 m) With Arch Tower Folded: 8 ft. 9 in. (2.67 m)
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch Tower: 7 ft. 9 in. (2.36 m) Without Arch Tower: 5 ft. 4 in. (1.63 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters3
Bridge clearance - Meters2.36
Bridge clearance - Inches118
Bridge clearance - Inches93
Deadrise20°
Deadrise22°
Draft [drive up] - Detail17 in. (43 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] - Detail33 in. (84 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Inches33
Draft [max] - Inches36
Weight - Detail4,700 lbs. (2,132 kg)
Weight - Detail5,300 lbs. (2,404 kg)
Weight - kg2131.88
Weight - kg2404.04
Weight - lbs.4700
Weight - lbs.5300
Length - Feet24.33
Length - Feet26.42
Length [over all with swim platform]24 ft. 4 in. (7.42 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]26 ft. 5 in. (8.05 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail63 gal. (238 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail80 gal. (303 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters238.48
Fuel tank capacity - Liters302.83
Fuel tank capacity - Gal63
Fuel tank capacity - Gal80
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max320 hp (239 kW)
Engine max400 hp (298 kW)
Operational Info
Water capacity10 gal. (38 l)
Water capacity10 gal. (38 l)
Maximum people14 / 2,100 lbs.
Maximum peopleYacht certified
Holding tank capacity - Detail3.8 gal (14 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail3.8 gal. (14 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters15.14
Holding tank capacity - Liters15.14
Holding tank capacity - Gal3.8
Holding tank capacity - Gal3.8