Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2010 vs Chaparral 310 Signature Cruiser 2004 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2010 or the Chaparral 310 Signature Cruiser 2004?

For trailering, the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2010 has the edge at 58 lbs dry weight versus 11 395 lbs for the Chaparral 310 Signature Cruiser 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: Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2010 is rated to a maximum of 425 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Chaparral 310 Signature Cruiser 2004 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: Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Chaparral 310 Signature Cruiser 2004 measures 128" wide, compared to 102" for the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2010. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2010 or the Chaparral 310 Signature Cruiser 2004?

The Chaparral 310 Signature Cruiser 2004 has the bigger tank at 147 gallons, versus 8 gallons on the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2010. That 139-gallon difference translates to roughly 417–695 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2010 and Chaparral 310 Signature Cruiser 2004 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2010 and the Chaparral 310 Signature Cruiser 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 264 Xtreme 2010 vs Chaparral 310 Signature Cruiser 2004

Chaparral

Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2010

2010

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Chaparral

Chaparral 310 Signature Cruiser 2004

2004

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2010 vs Chaparral 310 Signature Cruiser 2004 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2010 against a modified vee Chaparral 310 Signature Cruiser 2004 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.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 425 hp, the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2010 has a 105-hp advantage over the Chaparral 310 Signature Cruiser 2004'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 310 Signature Cruiser 2004 carries 147 gallons versus 8 gallons in the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2010 and its 425-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Chaparral 310 Signature Cruiser 2004 with its 320-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.

General Boat Info

MakeChaparral

Model264 Xtreme

Model310 Signature Cruiser

Model Year201

Model Year2004

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam10 ft. 7.5 in. (3.24 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Meters3.25

Beam - Inches102

Beam - Inches127.5

Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch Tower: 7 ft. 8 in. (2.34 m)

Bridge clearance - Detail11 ft. 2 in. (3.4 m)

Bridge clearance - Meters2.34

Bridge clearance - Meters3.4

Bridge clearance - Inches92

Bridge clearance - Inches134

Deadrise22°

Deadrise17℃

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

Draft [drive up] - Detail25 in. (64 cm)

Draft [drive up] meters0.61

Draft [drive up] meters0.64

Draft [drive up] inches24

Draft [drive up] inches25

Draft [max] - Detail38 in. (97 cm)

Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (84 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.97

Draft [max] - Meters0.84

Draft [max] - Inches38

Draft [max] - Inches33

Weight - Detail5,800 lbs. (2,631 kg)

Weight - Detail11,395 lbs. (5,169 kg)

Weight - kg2630.83

Weight - kg5168.68

Weight - lbs.58

Weight - lbs.11395

Length - Feet26.33

Length - Feetnot available

Length [over all with swim platform]26 ft. 4 in. (8.03 m)

Length [over all with swim platform]33 ft. 4.5 in. (10.17 m)

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull materialnot available

Hull typeDeep Vee

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail80 gal. (303 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail147 gal. (556 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters302.83

Fuel tank capacity - Liters556.46

Fuel tank capacity - Gal8

Fuel tank capacity - Gal147

Fuel typeGas

Fuel typenot available

Drive typeI/O

Drive typenot available

Engine max425 hp (317 kW)

Engine maxTwin 320 hp (Twin 239 kw)

Engine/s standardnot available

Engine/s standardTwin 190 hp

Operational Info

Water capacity13.5 gal. (51 l)

Water capacity29 gal. (110 l)

Maximum peopleYacht certified

Maximum peopleYacht Certified

Holding tank capacity - Detail3.8 gal. (14 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detail18 gal. (68 l)

Holding tank capacity - Liters15.14

Holding tank capacity - Liters68.14

Holding tank capacity - Gal3.8

Holding tank capacity - Gal18

Headnot available

HeadEnclosed Fiberglass with Shower

Headroomnot available

Headroom6 ft. 6 in. (1.98 m)

Sleeping capacitynot available

Sleeping capacity5

Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2010 vs Chaparral 310 Signature Cruiser 2004 — Common Questions

Which is easier to trailer — the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2010 or the Chaparral 310 Signature Cruiser 2004?

For trailering, the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2010 has the edge at 58 lbs dry weight versus 11 395 lbs for the Chaparral 310 Signature Cruiser 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.

Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2010 is rated to a maximum of 425 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Chaparral 310 Signature Cruiser 2004 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.

Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Chaparral 310 Signature Cruiser 2004 measures 128" wide, compared to 102" for the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2010. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2010 or the Chaparral 310 Signature Cruiser 2004?

The Chaparral 310 Signature Cruiser 2004 has the bigger tank at 147 gallons, versus 8 gallons on the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2010. That 139-gallon difference translates to roughly 417–695 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2010 and Chaparral 310 Signature Cruiser 2004 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2010 and the Chaparral 310 Signature Cruiser 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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