Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Monterey 180FS 2010 vs Monterey 234 FS Montura 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Monterey 180FS 2010 vs Monterey 234 FS Montura 2006 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 Monterey 234 FS Montura 2006 measures 24,0 feet overall (2006), giving it roughly 6,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Monterey 180FS 2010 at 18,0 feet (2010). At 25 lbs and 45 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.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 320 hp, the Monterey 234 FS Montura 2006 has a 95-hp advantage over the Monterey 180FS 2010's 225-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Monterey 234 FS Montura 2006 carries 62 gallons versus 28 gallons in the Monterey 180FS 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Monterey 180FS 2010 is rated for up to 1 people. Passenger data for the Monterey 234 FS Montura 2006 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Monterey 234 FS Montura 2006 at 24,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Monterey 180FS 2010 at 18,0 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
Model180FS
Model234 FS Montura
Model Year201
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam7 ft. 8 in. (2.3 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.60 m)
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches92
Beam - Inches102
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Tower: 7 ft. 6 in. (2.29 m)
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.29
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches9
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Deadrise18℃
Deadrise20℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail21 in. (53.3 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail22 in. (57 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.53
Draft [drive up] meters0.56
Draft [drive up] inches21
Draft [drive up] inches22
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (86.4 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail38 in. (98 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Meters0.97
Draft [max] - Inches34
Draft [max] - Inches38
Weight - Detail2,500 lbs. (1,134 kg)
Weight - Detail4,500 lbs. (2,043 kg)
Weight - kg1133.98
Weight - kg2041.16
Weight - lbs.25
Weight - lbs.45
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet24
Length [over all with swim platform]20 ft. 3 in. (6.2 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]24 ft. 0 in. (7.33 m)
Length overall - Detail18 ft. (5.5 m)
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches216
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters7.33
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail28 gal. (106 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail62 gal. (234 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters105.99
Fuel tank capacity - Liters234.7
Fuel tank capacity - Gal28
Fuel tank capacity - Gal62
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeI/O
Engine max225 hp (168 kW)
Engine max320 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardMercruiser 5.0 l Alpha
Operational Info
Water capacity9 gal. (34.1 l)
Water capacity9 gal. (34 l)
Maximum capacity1,500 lbs. (680 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people1,300 lbs. (590 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Headnot available
HeadPortside