Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Glastron GLS 195 2013 vs Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Glastron GLS 195 2013 vs Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Glastron GLS 195 2013 measures 19,3 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 17,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007 at 2,0 feet (2007). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GLS 195 2013 tips the scales at 2 915 lbs — 2 637 lbs more than the Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007 at 278 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.
The Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007 tops out at 135 hp. Engine specs for the Glastron GLS 195 2013 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 32 gal and 35 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
The Glastron GLS 195 2013 is rated for up to 9 people. Passenger data for the Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Glastron GLS 195 2013 at 19,3 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007 at 2,0 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
ModelGLS 195
ModelGT 205 Bowrider
Model Year2013
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam94 in. (2.39 m)
Beam92 in. (2.33 m)
Beam - Meters2.39
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Inches94
Beam - Inches92
Deadrise21°
Deadrise21℃
Draft [max] - Detail29 in. (74 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail31.5 in. (.80 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.74
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Inches29
Draft [max] - Inches31.5
Weight - Detail2,915 lbs. (1,322 kg)
Weight - Detail2,780 lbs. (1,260 kg) w/4.3 GL Volvo Penta
Weight - kg1322.22
Weight - kg1260.99
Weight - lbs.2915
Weight - lbs.278
Width [transom] - Detail90 in. (2.29 m)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height - Detail49-1/2 in. (1.26 m)
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters1.27
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches49.5
Height - Inchesnot available
Length - Feet19.33
Length - Feet2
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 4 in. (5.89 m)
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters5.89
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches232
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail43 in. (1.09 m) Cockpit: 29 in. (.74 m)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters109.22
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches43
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters6.3
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches8
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length [over all with swim platform]20 ft. 8 in. (6.30 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail32 gal. (121 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail35 gal. (132 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters121.13
Fuel tank capacity - Liters132.49
Fuel tank capacity - Gal32
Fuel tank capacity - Gal35
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard3.0 GL Volvo Penta
Drive typenot available
Drive typeI/O
Engine maxnot available
Engine max135 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,350 lbs. (612 kg)
Maximum capacity1,275 lbs. (578 kg)
Maximum people9
Maximum peoplenot available
Trailer Info
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailEZ Loader TRST 3000 (painted)