Kayot S245 O/B 2005 vs Kayot V200i 2007 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Kayot S245 O/B 2005 or the Kayot V200i 2007?

The Kayot S245 O/B 2005 is the longer of the two at 23,0 feet overall. The Kayot V200i 2007 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 21,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Kayot V200i 2007 is rated to a maximum of 320 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Kayot S245 O/B 2005 tops out at 250 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Kayot S245 O/B 2005 is Coast Guard rated for 14 passengers, while the Kayot V200i 2007 is certified for 11. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

Q: Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Kayot S245 O/B 2005 and Kayot V200i 2007 share an 8 ft. 6 in beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Kayot S245 O/B 2005 or the Kayot V200i 2007?

The Kayot V200i 2007 has the bigger tank at 45 gallons, versus 9 gallons on the Kayot S245 O/B 2005. That 36-gallon difference translates to roughly 108–180 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Kayot S245 O/B 2005 and Kayot V200i 2007 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Kayot S245 O/B 2005 and the Kayot V200i 2007 are built by Kayot. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.

Boat Comparison

Kayot S245 O/B 2005 vs Kayot V200i 2007

Kayot

Kayot S245 O/B 2005

2005

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Kayot V200i 2007

2007

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Kayot S245 O/B 2005 vs Kayot V200i 2007 — Which Modified Vee Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Kayot S245 O/B 2005 and the Kayot V200i 2007 are modified vee designs with composite construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 320 hp, the Kayot V200i 2007 has a 70-hp advantage over the Kayot S245 O/B 2005's 250-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Kayot V200i 2007 carries 45 gallons versus 9 gallons in the Kayot S245 O/B 2005. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Kayot S245 O/B 2005 is rated for 14 passengers, while the Kayot V200i 2007 caps at 11. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Kayot S245 O/B 2005 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Kayot S245 O/B 2005 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 14 passengers and at 23,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Kayot V200i 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 11 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeKayot

ModelS245 O/B

ModelV200i

Model Year2005

Model Year2007

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Bridge clearance - Detail58 in

Bridge clearance - Detail53 in., 45 in. with windshield delete

Bridge clearance - Meters1.47

Bridge clearance - Meters1.35

Bridge clearance - Inches58

Bridge clearance - Inches53

Deadrise19℃

Draft [drive up] - Detail17 in

Draft [drive up] - Detail16 in

Draft [drive up] meters0.43

Draft [drive up] meters0.41

Draft [drive up] inches17

Draft [drive up] inches16

Length - Feet23

Length - Feet2

Length - Inches9

Length - Inches3

Length overall - Detail23 ft. 9 in

Length overall - Detail20 ft. 3 in

Length overall - Meters7.24

Length overall - Meters6.17

Length overall - Inches285

Length overall - Inches243

Draft [max] - Detailnot available

Draft [max] - Detail33 in

Draft [max] - Metersnot available

Draft [max] - Meters0.84

Draft [max] - Inchesnot available

Draft [max] - Inches33

Weight - Detailnot available

Weight - Detail3,300 lbs

Weight - kgnot available

Weight - kg1496.85

Weight - lbs.not available

Weight - lbs.33

Length [over all with swim platform]not available

Length [over all with swim platform]21 ft. 6 in

Body / Hull

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull materialnot available

Hull materialFiberglass

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail90 gal

Fuel tank capacity - Detail45 gal

Fuel tank capacity - Liters340.69

Fuel tank capacity - Liters170.34

Fuel tank capacity - Gal9

Fuel tank capacity - Gal45

Drive typeOutboard

Drive typeI/O

Engine max250 hp

Engine max320 hp

Engine/s standardnot available

Engine/s standard4.3 l Mercruiser 190 hp

Fuel typenot available

Fuel typeGas

Operational Info

Maximum people14

Maximum people11

Maximum capacitynot available

Maximum capacity1,650 lbs

Kayot S245 O/B 2005 vs Kayot V200i 2007 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Kayot S245 O/B 2005 or the Kayot V200i 2007?

The Kayot S245 O/B 2005 is the longer of the two at 23,0 feet overall. The Kayot V200i 2007 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 21,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Kayot V200i 2007 is rated to a maximum of 320 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Kayot S245 O/B 2005 tops out at 250 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Kayot S245 O/B 2005 is Coast Guard rated for 14 passengers, while the Kayot V200i 2007 is certified for 11. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Kayot S245 O/B 2005 and Kayot V200i 2007 share an 8 ft. 6 in beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Kayot S245 O/B 2005 or the Kayot V200i 2007?

The Kayot V200i 2007 has the bigger tank at 45 gallons, versus 9 gallons on the Kayot S245 O/B 2005. That 36-gallon difference translates to roughly 108–180 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Kayot S245 O/B 2005 and Kayot V200i 2007 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Kayot S245 O/B 2005 and the Kayot V200i 2007 are built by Kayot. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.

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