Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Formula 27 PC 2013 vs Formula 27 Performance Cruiser 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Formula 27 PC 2013 vs Formula 27 Performance Cruiser 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 — Formula 27 PC 2013 at 28,2 ft versus Formula 27 Performance Cruiser 2007 at 28,0 ft. At 95 lbs and 95 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 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 Formula 27 PC 2013 and Formula 27 Performance Cruiser 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
Model27 PC
Model27 Performance Cruiser
Model Year2013
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam9 ft. 7 in. (2.92 m)
Beam9 ft. 7 in. (2.92 m)
Beam - Meters2.92
Beam - Meters2.92
Beam - Inches115
Beam - Inches115
Bridge clearance - Detail10 ft. 4 in. (3.15 m)
Bridge clearance - DetailLight Load: 10 ft. 4 in. (3.15 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters3.15
Bridge clearance - Meters3.15
Bridge clearance - Inches124
Bridge clearance - Inches124
Deadrise18℃
Deadrise18℃
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (0.91 m)
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (0.91 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inches36
Weight - Detail9,500 lbs. (4,309 kg)
Weight - Detail9,500 lbs. (4,309 kg)
Weight - kg4309.12
Weight - kg4309.12
Weight - lbs.95
Weight - lbs.95
Length - Meters8.59
Length - Meters8.59
Length - Feet28.17
Length - Feet28
Length [over all with swim platform]29 ft. 5 in. (8.97 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]29 ft. 5 in. (8.97 m)
Length overall - Detail28 ft. 2 in. (8.59 m)
Length overall - Detail28 ft. 2 in. (8.59 m)
Length overall - Meters8.59
Length overall - Meters8.59
Length overall - Inches338
Length overall - Inches338
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches2
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail107 gal. (405 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail107 gal. (405 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters405.04
Fuel tank capacity - Liters405.04
Fuel tank capacity - Gal107
Fuel tank capacity - Gal107
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardMerCruiser? Twin 5.0 MPI Bravo Three
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 4 in. (1.93 m)
Headroom6 ft. 4 in. (1.93 m)
Water capacity27 gal. (102 l)
Water capacity26.5 gal. (100 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail24 gal. (91 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail30 gal. (114 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters90.85
Holding tank capacity - Liters113.56
Holding tank capacity - Gal24
Holding tank capacity - Gal3