Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2011 boat specs
Chaparral
Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2011
2011
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Chaparral Sunesta 284 2011 boat specs
Chaparral
Chaparral Sunesta 284 2011
2011
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Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2011 vs Chaparral Sunesta 284 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2011 against a modified vee Chaparral Sunesta 284 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 264 Xtreme 2011 at 26,3 ft versus Chaparral Sunesta 284 2011 at 28,3 ft. At 58 lbs and 64 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 425 hp for the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2011 and 425 hp for the Chaparral Sunesta 284 2011. 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 Sunesta 284 2011 carries 105 gallons versus 8 gallons in the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2011. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

Bottom line: The Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2011 and Chaparral Sunesta 284 2011 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
MakeChaparral
Model264 Xtreme
ModelSunesta 284
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 Arch Tower: 7 ft. 8 in. (2.34 m)
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch Tower: 8 ft. 2 in. (2.49 m) Without Arch Tower: 5 ft. 7 in. (1.7 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.34
Bridge clearance - Meters2.49
Bridge clearance - Inches92
Bridge clearance - Inches98
Deadrise22°
Deadrise22°
Draft [drive up] - Detail24 in. (61 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail26 in. (66 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.61
Draft [drive up] meters0.66
Draft [drive up] inches24
Draft [drive up] inches26
Draft [max] - Detail38 in. (97 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail39 in. (99 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.97
Draft [max] - Meters0.99
Draft [max] - Inches38
Draft [max] - Inches39
Weight - Detail5,800 lbs. (2,631 kg)
Weight - Detail6,400 lbs. (2,903 kg)
Weight - kg2630.83
Weight - kg2902.99
Weight - lbs.58
Weight - lbs.64
Length - Feet26.33
Length - Feet28.33
Length [over all with swim platform]26 ft. 4 in. (8.03 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]28 ft. 4 in. (8.64 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail80 gal. (303 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail105 gal. (397 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters302.83
Fuel tank capacity - Liters397.47
Fuel tank capacity - Gal8
Fuel tank capacity - Gal105
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max425 hp (317 kW)
Engine max425 hp (317 kW)
Operational Info
Water capacity14 gal. (53 l)
Water capacity22 gal. (83 l)
Maximum peopleYacht certified
Maximum peopleYach 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

Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2011 vs Chaparral Sunesta 284 2011 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2011 or the Chaparral Sunesta 284 2011?
The Chaparral Sunesta 284 2011 is the longer of the two at 28,3 feet overall. The Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2011 comes in at 26,3 feet, making it roughly 2,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2011 or the Chaparral Sunesta 284 2011?
For trailering, the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2011 has the edge at 58 lbs dry weight versus 64 lbs for the Chaparral Sunesta 284 2011. 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 is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Chaparral Sunesta 284 2011 measures 108" wide, compared to 102" for the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2011. 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 2011 or the Chaparral Sunesta 284 2011?
The Chaparral Sunesta 284 2011 has the bigger tank at 105 gallons, versus 8 gallons on the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2011. That 97-gallon difference translates to roughly 291–485 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2011 and Chaparral Sunesta 284 2011 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Chaparral 264 Xtreme 2011 and the Chaparral Sunesta 284 2011 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.