Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Formula 27 Performance Cruiser 2007 vs Formula 270 Sun Sport 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Formula 27 Performance Cruiser 2007 vs Formula 270 Sun Sport 2013 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 Performance Cruiser 2007 at 28,0 ft versus Formula 270 Sun Sport 2013 at 27,0 ft. At 95 lbs and 62 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 Performance Cruiser 2007 and Formula 270 Sun Sport 2013 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 Performance Cruiser
Model270 Sun Sport
Model Year2007
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam9 ft. 7 in. (2.92 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters2.92
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches115
Beam - Inches102
Bridge clearance - DetailLight Load: 10 ft. 4 in. (3.15 m)
Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. (1.52 m) With Sport Arch: 7 ft. 9 in. (2.36 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters3.15
Bridge clearance - Meters2.36
Bridge clearance - Inches124
Bridge clearance - Inches93
Deadrise18℃
Deadrise22°
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (0.91 m)
Draft [max] - Detail40 in. (1.02 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters1.02
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inches4
Weight - Detail9,500 lbs. (4,309 kg)
Weight - Detail6,200 lbs. (2,812 kg)
Weight - kg4309.12
Weight - kg2812.27
Weight - lbs.95
Weight - lbs.62
Length - Meters8.59
Length - Meters8.23
Length - Feet28
Length - Feet27
Length - Inches2
Length - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]29 ft. 5 in. (8.97 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detail28 ft. 2 in. (8.59 m)
Length overall - Detail27 ft. (8.23 m)
Length overall - Meters8.59
Length overall - Meters8.23
Length overall - Inches338
Length overall - Inches324
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardMerCruiser? Twin 5.0 MPI Bravo Three
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail107 gal. (405 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail100 gal. (379 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters405.04
Fuel tank capacity - Liters378.54
Fuel tank capacity - Gal107
Fuel tank capacity - Gal1
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 4 in. (1.93 m)
Headroom4 ft. 2.5 in. (1.28 m)
Water capacity26.5 gal. (100 l)
Water capacitynot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail30 gal. (114 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters113.56
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal3
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available