Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Monterey 194 FS Montura 2006 vs Monterey 264FSC 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Monterey 194 FS Montura 2006 vs Monterey 264FSC 2012 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 264FSC 2012 measures 26,6 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 7,6 additional feet of deck space compared to the Monterey 194 FS Montura 2006 at 19,0 feet (2006). At 31 lbs and 54 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 425 hp, the Monterey 264FSC 2012 has a 155-hp advantage over the Monterey 194 FS Montura 2006's 270-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 194 FS Montura 2006 carries 36 gallons versus 8 gallons in the Monterey 264FSC 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Monterey 194 FS Montura 2006 is rated for up to 5 people. Passenger data for the Monterey 264FSC 2012 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Monterey 264FSC 2012 at 26,6 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Monterey 194 FS Montura 2006 at 19,0 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
Model194 FS Montura
Model264FSC
Model Year2006
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 4 in. (2.54 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.5 m)
Beam - Meters2.54
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches1
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise20℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail21 in. (54 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail26 in. (0.66 m)
Draft [drive up] meters0.53
Draft [drive up] meters0.66
Draft [drive up] inches21
Draft [drive up] inches26
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (87 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail41 in. (1.04 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Meters1.04
Draft [max] - Inches34
Draft [max] - Inches41
Weight - Detail3,100 lbs. (1,407 kg)
Weight - Detail5,400 lbs. (2,450 kg)
Weight - kg1406.14
Weight - kg2449.4
Weight - lbs.31
Weight - lbs.54
Length - Meters5.98
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet19
Length - Feet26.58
Length - Inches7
Length - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]21 ft. 8 in. (6.62 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]26 ft. 7 in. (8.1 m)
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 7 in. (5.98 m)
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters5.97
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches235
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. 5 in. (1.65 m) With Arch: 8 ft. 2 in. (2.5 m) With Arch or Tower Folded: 6 ft. 5 in. (1.96 m)
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.49
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches98
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardMercruiser 4.3 l Alpha
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail36 gal. (136 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail80 gal. (302.8 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters136.27
Fuel tank capacity - Liters302.83
Fuel tank capacity - Gal36
Fuel tank capacity - Gal8
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeInboard
Engine max270 hp
Engine max425 hp (316.9 kW)
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Operational Info
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity15 gal. (56.8 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail11 gal. (41.6 l)
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters41.64
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal11