Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 vs Chaparral SSX 256 2007 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 or the Chaparral SSX 256 2007?

The Chaparral SSX 256 2007 is the longer of the two at 26,0 feet overall. The Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 comes in at 25,0 feet, making it roughly 1,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Chaparral SSX 256 2007 is rated to a maximum of 425 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 tops out at 300 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 passengers can the Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 carry?

The Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 has an official capacity rating of 7 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 or the Chaparral SSX 256 2007?

The Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 has the bigger tank at 75 gallons, versus 8 gallons on the Chaparral SSX 256 2007. That 67-gallon difference translates to roughly 201–335 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 and Chaparral SSX 256 2007 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 and the Chaparral SSX 256 2007 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 Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 vs Chaparral SSX 256 2007

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Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018

2018

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Chaparral SSX 256 2007

2007

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 vs Chaparral SSX 256 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 vs Chaparral SSX 256 2007 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.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 425 hp, the Chaparral SSX 256 2007 has a 125-hp advantage over the Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018's 300-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 Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 carries 75 gallons versus 8 gallons in the Chaparral SSX 256 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

The Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 is rated for up to 7 people. Passenger data for the Chaparral SSX 256 2007 wasn't available.

Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the Chaparral SSX 256 2007 and its 425-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 with its 300-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.

Measurements / Dimensions

Length overall - Detail25.00 ft

Length overall - Detailnot available

Length - Feet25

Length - Feet26

Length overall - Meters7.62

Length overall - Metersnot available

Length overall - Inches300

Length overall - Inchesnot available

Beamnot available

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Metersnot available

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inchesnot available

Beam - Inches102

Bridge clearance - Detailnot available

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

Bridge clearance - Metersnot available

Bridge clearance - Meters2.36

Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available

Bridge clearance - Inches93

Deadrisenot available

Deadrise22.5℃

Depth - Detailnot available

Depth - Detail36 in. (91 cm)

Depth - Centimetersnot available

Depth - Centimeters91.44

Depth - Inchesnot available

Depth - Inches36

Draft [max] - Detailnot available

Draft [max] - Detail24 in. (61 cm)

Draft [max] - Metersnot available

Draft [max] - Meters0.61

Draft [max] - Inchesnot available

Draft [max] - Inches24

Weight - Detailnot available

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

Weight - kgnot available

Weight - kg2404.04

Weight - lbs.not available

Weight - lbs.53

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Meters8.05

Length - Inchesnot available

Length - Inches5

Length [over all with swim platform]not available

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

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Gal75

Fuel tank capacity - Gal8

Fuel tank capacity - Liters283.91

Fuel tank capacity - Liters302.83

Engine makeYamaha

Engine makenot available

Horsepower300 hp

Horsepowernot available

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeoutboard

Drive typeI/O

Engine/s standardnot available

Engine/s standardVolvo 5.7L 280 hp DP

Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail80 gal. (303 l)

Engine maxnot available

Engine max425 hp (317 kW)

Operational Info

Water capacity14

Water capacity9.5 gal. (36 l)

Holding tank capacity - Gal4

Holding tank capacity - Gal6.5

Holding tank capacity - Liters15.14

Holding tank capacity - Liters26.5

Boat typePower

Boat typenot available

Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available

Holding tank capacity - Detail3.8 gal. (14 l) With Optional VacuFlush: 6.5 gal. (25 l)

General Boat Info

Makenot available

MakeChaparral

Modelnot available

ModelSSX 256

Model Yearnot available

Model Year2007

Body / Hull

Hull materialnot available

Hull materialFiberglass

Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 vs Chaparral SSX 256 2007 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 or the Chaparral SSX 256 2007?

The Chaparral SSX 256 2007 is the longer of the two at 26,0 feet overall. The Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 comes in at 25,0 feet, making it roughly 1,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Chaparral SSX 256 2007 is rated to a maximum of 425 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 tops out at 300 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 passengers can the Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 carry?

The Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 has an official capacity rating of 7 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 or the Chaparral SSX 256 2007?

The Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 has the bigger tank at 75 gallons, versus 8 gallons on the Chaparral SSX 256 2007. That 67-gallon difference translates to roughly 201–335 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 and Chaparral SSX 256 2007 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Chaparral Boats 250 Suncoast 2018 and the Chaparral SSX 256 2007 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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