Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Chaparral 274 Sunesta Deckboat 2007 vs Chaparral 350 Signature Cruiser 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Chaparral 274 Sunesta Deckboat 2007 vs Chaparral 350 Signature Cruiser 2006 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Chaparral 350 Signature Cruiser 2006 measures 37,0 feet overall (2006), giving it roughly 9,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Chaparral 274 Sunesta Deckboat 2007 at 28,0 feet (2007). At 53 lbs and 15 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 — 375 hp for the Chaparral 274 Sunesta Deckboat 2007 and 375 hp for the Chaparral 350 Signature Cruiser 2006. 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 350 Signature Cruiser 2006 carries 24 gallons versus 7 gallons in the Chaparral 274 Sunesta Deckboat 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Bottom line: The Chaparral 350 Signature Cruiser 2006 at 37,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Chaparral 274 Sunesta Deckboat 2007 at 28,0 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
Model274 Sunesta Deckboat
Model350 Signature Cruiser
Model Year2007
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam11 ft. 10 in. (3.61 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters3.61
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches142
Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. 6 in. (1.68 m)
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Radar Arch: TT 11 ft. 2 in. (3.4 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters1.68
Bridge clearance - Meters3.4
Bridge clearance - Inches66
Bridge clearance - Inches134
Deadrise18℃
Deadrise18℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail18 in. (46 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail25 in. (64 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.46
Draft [drive up] meters0.64
Draft [drive up] inches18
Draft [drive up] inches25
Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (89 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (84 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Inches35
Draft [max] - Inches33
Weight - Detail5,300 lbs. (2,404 kg)
Weight - Detail15,000 lbs. (6,804 kg)
Weight - kg2404.04
Weight - kg6803.88
Weight - lbs.53
Weight - lbs.15
Length - Meters8.61
Length - Meters11.28
Length - Feet28
Length - Feet37
Length - Inches3
Length - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]28 ft. 3 in. (8.61 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]37 ft. 0 in. (11.28 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardMerc 5.7L 300 hp B3
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail70 gal. (265 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail240 gal. (908 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters264.98
Fuel tank capacity - Liters908.5
Fuel tank capacity - Gal7
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max375 hp (280 kW)
Engine maxTwin: 375 hp (280 kW)
Operational Info
Head1
HeadEnclosed fiberglass head with shower and stainless steel hand rail
Water capacity13.5 gal. (51 l)
Water capacity40 gal. (151 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail3.8 gal. (14 l) With Optional VacuFlush: 6.5 gal. (25 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail28 gal. (106 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters26.5
Holding tank capacity - Liters105.99
Holding tank capacity - Gal6.5
Holding tank capacity - Gal28
Headroomnot available
Headroom6 ft. 6 in. (1.98 m)
Sleeping capacitynot available
Sleeping capacity6
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum peopleYacht certified