Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Chaparral Sunesta 244 2011 vs Chaparral Sunesta 284 2010: Which Modified-V Boat Fits Your Needs?
Both the Chaparral Sunesta 244 2011 and the Chaparral Sunesta 284 2010 are modified-V designs, both built in fibreglass, so the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Chaparral Sunesta 284 2010 measures 28,3 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 4,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Chaparral Sunesta 244 2011 at 24,3 feet (2011). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Chaparral Sunesta 284 2010 tips the scales at 6 400 lbs - 2 000 lbs less than the Chaparral Sunesta 244 2011 at 4 400 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 Chaparral Sunesta 244 2011 carries a rated maximum of 320 hp. Engine data for the Chaparral Sunesta 284 2010 wasn't available in our records - check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Chaparral Sunesta 284 2010 carries 105 gallons versus 60 gallons in the Chaparral Sunesta 244 2011. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Chaparral Sunesta 244 2011 is rated for up to 14 people. Passenger data for the Chaparral Sunesta 284 2010 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Chaparral Sunesta 284 2010 at 28,3 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Chaparral Sunesta 244 2011 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
ModelSunesta 244
ModelSunesta 284
Model Year2011
Model Year2010
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 Wakeboard Tower: 9 ft. 7 in. (2.92 m) Without Wakeboard Tower: 5 ft. 4 in. (1.63 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 - Meters2.92
Bridge clearance - Meters2.49
Bridge clearance - Inches115
Bridge clearance - Inches98
Deadrise20°
Deadrise22°
Draft [drive up] - Detail17 in. (43 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail26 in. (66 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.43
Draft [drive up] meters0.66
Draft [drive up] inches17
Draft [drive up] inches26
Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (84 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail39 in. (99 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Meters0.99
Draft [max] - Inches33
Draft [max] - Inches39
Weight - Detail4,400 lbs. (1,996 kg)
Weight - Detail6,400 lbs. (2,903 kg)
Weight - kg1995.8
Weight - kg2902.99
Weight - lbs.4400
Weight - lbs.6400
Length - Feet24.33
Length - Feet28.33
Length [over all with swim platform]24 ft. 4 in. (7.42 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]28 ft. 4 in. (8.64 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail60 gal. (227 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail105 gal. (397 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters227.12
Fuel tank capacity - Liters397.47
Fuel tank capacity - Gal60
Fuel tank capacity - Gal105
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max320 hp (239 kW)
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Water capacity10 gal. (38 l)
Water capacity22 gal. (83 l)
Maximum people14 or 2,100 lbs.
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