Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Crownline 255 CCR 2005 vs Crownline 290 SS 2022: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Crownline 255 CCR 2005 vs Crownline 290 SS 2022 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 Crownline 290 SS 2022 tops out at 430 hp. Engine specs for the Crownline 255 CCR 2005 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Crownline 290 SS 2022 carries 75 gallons versus 62 gallons in the Crownline 255 CCR 2005. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 8 passengers - a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Crownline 290 SS 2022 at 29,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Crownline 255 CCR 2005 at 26,0 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
MakeCrownline
Makenot available
Model255 CCR
Modelnot available
Model Year2005
Model Yearnot available
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in. (2.59 m)
Beamnot available
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Detail68 in. (1.72 m)
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters1.73
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches68
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Deadrise21℃
Deadrisenot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail24 in. (61 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.61
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] inches24
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Detail39 in. (99 cm)
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.99
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches39
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail6,100 - 6,300 lbs. (2,767 - 2,858 kg)
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg2857.63
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.6300
Weight - lbs.not available
Length - Meters8
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet26
Length - Feet29
Length - Inches6
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 6 in. (8 m)
Length overall - Detail29.00 ft
Length overall - Meters8.08
Length overall - Meters8.84
Length overall - Inches318
Length overall - Inches348
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard5.7 GI DP 280 php
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail62 gal. (234.7 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters234.7
Fuel tank capacity - Liters283.91
Fuel tank capacity - Gal62
Fuel tank capacity - Gal75
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeinboard
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMercruiser
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower430 hp
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Operational Info
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity30
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal30
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters113.56
Boat typenot available
Boat typePower