Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Cruisers Yachts 385 Express Motoryacht 2006 vs Cruisers Yachts 415 Express Motoryacht 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Cruisers Yachts 385 Express Motoryacht 2006 vs Cruisers Yachts 415 Express Motoryacht 2007 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Cruisers Yachts 385 Express Motoryacht 2006 at 42,0 ft versus Cruisers Yachts 415 Express Motoryacht 2007 at 42,0 ft. At 25 lbs and 32 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.
The Cruisers Yachts 415 Express Motoryacht 2007 tops out at 480 hp. Engine specs for the Cruisers Yachts 385 Express Motoryacht 2006 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Cruisers Yachts 415 Express Motoryacht 2007 carries 38 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Cruisers Yachts 385 Express Motoryacht 2006. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Bottom line: The Cruisers Yachts 385 Express Motoryacht 2006 and Cruisers Yachts 415 Express Motoryacht 2007 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
MakeCruisers Yachts
MakeCruisers Yachts
Model385 Express Motoryacht
Model415 Express Motoryacht
Model Year2006
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam13 ft. 8 in. (4.2 m)
Beam13 ft. 8 in. (4.2 m)
Beam - Meters4.17
Beam - Meters4.17
Beam - Inches164
Beam - Inches164
Bridge clearance - DetailHardtop: 15 ft. 8 in. (4.8 m)
Bridge clearance - DetailHardtop: 14 ft. (4.3 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters4.78
Bridge clearance - Meters4.27
Bridge clearance - Inches188
Bridge clearance - Inches168
Draft [max] - Detail39 in. (99 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail42 in. (1.1 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.99
Draft [max] - Meters1.07
Draft [max] - Inches39
Draft [max] - Inches42
Weight - DetailDiesel: 25,000 lbs. (11,340 kg) Gas: 23,500 lbs. (10,659 kg)
Weight - DetailDiesel: 32,000 lbs. (14,515 kg) Gas: 29,000 lbs. (13,154 kg)
Weight - kg11339.8
Weight - kg14514.94
Weight - lbs.25
Weight - lbs.32
Height - DetailKeel to Hardtop: 18 ft. 5 in. (5.6 m)
Height - DetailKeel to Hardtop: 16 ft. 4 in. (5 m)
Height - Meters5.61
Height - Meters4.98
Height - Inches221
Height - Inches196
Length - Meters12.9
Length - Meters13
Length - Feet42
Length - Feet42
Length - Inches2
Length - Inches6
Length [over all with swim platform]42 ft. 2 in. (12.9 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]42 ft. 6 in. (13 m)
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail300 gal. (1,136 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail380 gal. (1,438 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1135.62
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1438.46
Fuel tank capacity - Gal3
Fuel tank capacity - Gal38
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Engine maxnot available
Engine max480 hp
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 6 in. (2.0 m)
Headroom6 ft. 6 in. (2 m)
Water capacity68 gal. (257 l)
Water capacity100 gal. (379 l)
Holding tank capacity - DetailWaste: 51 gal. (193 l)
Holding tank capacity - DetailWaste: 70 gal. (265 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters193.06
Holding tank capacity - Liters264.98
Holding tank capacity - Gal51
Holding tank capacity - Gal7
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass