Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Monterey 194 FS 2007 vs Monterey 260SY 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Monterey 194 FS 2007 vs Monterey 260SY 2013 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 260SY 2013 measures 27,5 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 8,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Monterey 194 FS 2007 at 19,0 feet (2007). At 31 lbs and 72 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 260SY 2013 has a 50-hp advantage over the Monterey 194 FS 2007'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 2007 carries 36 gallons versus 8 gallons in the Monterey 260SY 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Monterey 194 FS 2007 is rated for up to 5 people. Passenger data for the Monterey 260SY 2013 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Monterey 260SY 2013 at 27,5 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Monterey 194 FS 2007 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
Model Year2007
Model Year2013
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
Deadrise19℃
Deadrise17℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail21 in. (53 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail27 in. (68.58 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.53
Draft [drive up] meters0.69
Draft [drive up] inches21
Draft [drive up] inches27
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (87 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail40 in. (101.6 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Meters1.02
Draft [max] - Inches34
Draft [max] - Inches4
Weight - Detail3,100 lbs. (1,407 kg)
Weight - Detail7,200 lbs. (3,266 kg)
Weight - kg1406.14
Weight - kg3265.86
Weight - lbs.31
Weight - lbs.72
Length - Meters5.98
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet19
Length - Feet27.5
Length - Inches7
Length - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]21 ft. 8 in. (6.62 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]27 ft. 6 in. (8.4 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 - DetailWith Arch: 8 ft. 10 in. (2.69 m)
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.69
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches106
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardVolvo 4.3 GL SX
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 typeInboard
Drive typeInboard
Engine max270 hp
Engine max320 hp (238.6 kW)
Operational Info
Headroomnot available
Headroom6 ft. (1.83 m)
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity25 gal. (94.64 l)
Water heater capacitynot available
Water heater capacity6 gal. (22.7 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail18 gal. (68.14 l)
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters68.14
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal18