Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Monterey 204FS 2013 vs Monterey 298 SSX 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Monterey 204FS 2013 vs Monterey 298 SSX 2007 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 298 SSX 2007 measures 31,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 11,4 additional feet of deck space compared to the Monterey 204FS 2013 at 19,6 feet (2013). At 31 lbs and 8 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 298 SSX 2007 has a 50-hp advantage over the Monterey 204FS 2013'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 298 SSX 2007 carries 142 gallons versus 36 gallons in the Monterey 204FS 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Monterey 204FS 2013 is rated for up to 1 people. Passenger data for the Monterey 298 SSX 2007 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Monterey 298 SSX 2007 at 31,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Monterey 204FS 2013 at 19,6 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 Year2013
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 4 in. (2.5 m)
Beam9 ft. 6 in. (2.9 m)
Beam - Meters2.54
Beam - Meters2.9
Beam - Inches1
Beam - Inches114
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Tower: 7 ft. 3 in. (2.21 m)
Bridge clearance - Detail8 ft. (2.44 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.21
Bridge clearance - Meters2.44
Bridge clearance - Inches87
Bridge clearance - Inches96
Deadrise19℃
Deadrise22℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail21 in. (0.53 m)
Draft [drive up] - Detail24 in. (61 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.53
Draft [drive up] meters0.61
Draft [drive up] inches21
Draft [drive up] inches24
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (0.86 m)
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (92 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Inches34
Draft [max] - Inches36
Weight - Detail3,100 lbs. (1,406 kg)
Weight - Detail8,000 lbs. (3,631 kg)
Weight - kg1406.14
Weight - kg3628.74
Weight - lbs.31
Weight - lbs.8
Length - Feet19.58
Length - Feet31
Length [over all with swim platform]21 ft. 8 in. (6.6 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]31 ft. 10 in. (9.72 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
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters9.72
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches1
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail36 gal. (136 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail142 gal. (537 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters136.27
Fuel tank capacity - Liters537.53
Fuel tank capacity - Gal36
Fuel tank capacity - Gal142
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Engine max270 hp (201 kW)
Engine maxT-320 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardVolvo twin 5.0 GXi DP
Operational Info
Water capacity10 gal. (37.8 l)
Water capacity15 gal. (56 l)
Maximum capacity1,675 lbs. (760 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people1,500 lbs. (680 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Headnot available
HeadEnclosed, VacuFlush
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail18 gal. (68 l)
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters68.14
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal18