Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Formula 330 Sun Sport 2006 vs Formula 34 Cruiser 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Formula 330 Sun Sport 2006 vs Formula 34 Cruiser 2005 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 330 Sun Sport 2006 at 33,0 ft versus Formula 34 Cruiser 2005 at 35,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Formula 34 Cruiser 2005 tips the scales at 1 571 lbs — 1 474 lbs less than the Formula 330 Sun Sport 2006 at 97 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.
Both boats are rated for 10 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 330 Sun Sport 2006 and Formula 34 Cruiser 2005 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
Model330 Sun Sport
Model34 Cruiser
Model Year2006
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam10 ft. 2 in. (3.10 m)
Beam11 ft. 6 in. (3.51 m)
Beam - Meters3.1
Beam - Meters3.51
Beam - Inches122
Beam - Inches138
Bridge clearance - DetailLight Load: 6 ft. 0 in. (1.83 m) Light Load w/ Arch: 9 ft. 0 in. (2.74 m)
Bridge clearance - DetailLight Load: 11 ft. 4 in. (3.45 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.74
Bridge clearance - Meters3.45
Bridge clearance - Inches108
Bridge clearance - Inches136
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise18℃
Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (.89 m)
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (.91 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Inches35
Draft [max] - Inches36
Weight - Detail9,700 lbs. (4,400 kg)
Weight - Detail15,710 lbs. (7,126 kg)
Weight - kg4399.84
Weight - kg7125.93
Weight - lbs.97
Weight - lbs.1571
Length - Meters10
Length - Meters10.85
Length - Feet33
Length - Feet35
Length [over all with swim platform]34 ft. 5 in. (10.50 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detail33 ft. 0 in. (10.00 m)
Length overall - Detail35 ft. 7 in. (10.85 m) Less Bow Platform: 34 ft. 3 in. (10.44 m)
Length overall - Meters10.06
Length overall - Meters10.85
Length overall - Inches396
Length overall - Inches427
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches7
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardMerCruiser? Twin 350 MAG MPI Bravo Three
Engine/s standardVolvo Penta Twin 8.1 Gi DP w/CWC
Fuel tank capacity - Detail160 gal. (606 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail206 gal. (780 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters605.67
Fuel tank capacity - Liters779.79
Fuel tank capacity - Gal16
Fuel tank capacity - Gal206
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard
Operational Info
Headroom5 ft. 7 in. (1.7 m)
Headroom6 ft. 8 in. (2.03 m)
Water capacity20 gal. (76 l)
Water capacity55 gal. (208 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail26 gal. (98 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail40 gal. (151 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters98.42
Holding tank capacity - Liters151.42
Holding tank capacity - Gal26
Holding tank capacity - Gal4