Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Monterey 194 FS 2008 vs Monterey 234 FSX Montura 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Monterey 194 FS 2008 vs Monterey 234 FSX 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 FSX Montura 2006 measures 24,0 feet overall (2006), giving it roughly 5,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Monterey 194 FS 2008 at 19,0 feet (2008). At 31 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 FSX Montura 2006 has a 50-hp advantage over the Monterey 194 FS 2008'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 234 FSX Montura 2006 carries 62 gallons versus 36 gallons in the Monterey 194 FS 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Monterey 194 FS 2008 is rated for up to 5 people. Passenger data for the Monterey 234 FSX Montura 2006 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Monterey 234 FSX Montura 2006 at 24,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Monterey 194 FS 2008 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
Model234 FSX Montura
Model Year2008
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 4 in. (2.5 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.60 m)
Beam - Meters2.54
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches1
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise19℃
Deadrise20℃
Weight - Detail3,100 lbs. (1,406 kg)
Weight - Detail4,500 lbs. (2,043 kg)
Weight - kg1406.14
Weight - kg2041.16
Weight - lbs.31
Weight - lbs.45
Length - Meters6
Length - Meters7.33
Length - Feet19
Length - Feet24
Length - Inches7
Length - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]21 ft. 8 in. (6.6 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]24 ft. 0 in. (7.33 m)
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 7 in. (6 m)
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters5.97
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches235
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail22 in. (57 cm)
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.56
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] inches22
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail38 in. (98 cm)
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.97
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches38
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardVolvo 4.3 l SX 190 hp
Engine/s standardMercruiser 5.0 l Alpha
Fuel tank capacity - Detail36 gal. (136 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail62 gal. (234 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters136.27
Fuel tank capacity - Liters234.7
Fuel tank capacity - Gal36
Fuel tank capacity - Gal62
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeI/O
Engine max270 hp (201 kW)
Engine max320 hp
Operational Info
Water capacity9 gal. (34 l)
Water capacity9 gal. (34 l)