Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Larson Cabrio 240 2008 vs Larson Senza 206 I/O 2006: Which Modified-V Boat Fits Your Needs?
Both the Larson Cabrio 240 2008 and the Larson Senza 206 I/O 2006 are modified-V designs, so 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?
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Larson Cabrio 240 2008 measures 24,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 4,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson Senza 206 I/O 2006 at 20,0 feet (2006). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson Cabrio 240 2008 tips the scales at 5 750 lbs - 2 600 lbs more than the Larson Senza 206 I/O 2006 at 3 150 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 Larson Cabrio 240 2008 carries a rated maximum of 320 hp. Engine data for the Larson Senza 206 I/O 2006 wasn't available in our records - check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Larson Cabrio 240 2008 carries 84 gallons versus 35 gallons in the Larson Senza 206 I/O 2006. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Bottom line: The Larson Cabrio 240 2008 at 24,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Larson Senza 206 I/O 2006 at 20,0 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
ModelCabrio 240
ModelSenza? 206 I/O
Model Year2008
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam8 ft. 3 in. (2.5 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.51
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches99
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch: 7 ft. 7 in. (2.35 m)
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.31
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches91
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise21℃
Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (88.9 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (83.9 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Inches35
Draft [max] - Inches33
Weight - Detail5,750 lbs. (2,608 kg)
Weight - Detail3,150 lbs. (1,428 kg)
Weight - kg2608.15
Weight - kg1428.81
Weight - lbs.5750
Weight - lbs.3150
Length - Meters7.53
Length - Meters6.25
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet20
Length - Inches7
Length - Inches6
Length [over all with swim platform]With Pulpit: 24 ft. 7 in. (7.53 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 6 in. (6.25 m)
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters6.25
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches246
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail84 gal. (318 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail35 gal. (132.5 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters317.97
Fuel tank capacity - Liters132.49
Fuel tank capacity - Gal84
Fuel tank capacity - Gal35
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeInboard/Outboard
Drive typeI/O
Engine max320 hp
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 1 in. (1.86 m)
Headroomnot available
Water heater capacity19 gal. (72 l)
Water heater capacitynot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail12 gal. (45 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters45.42
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal12
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,500 lbs. (680 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people10
Trailer Info
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailEZ Loader