Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Monterey 214 FSC 2007 vs Monterey 288SS 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Monterey 214 FSC 2007 vs Monterey 288SS 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 288SS 2013 measures 29,0 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 8,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Monterey 214 FSC 2007 at 21,0 feet (2007). At 39 lbs and 71 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 430 hp, the Monterey 288SS 2013 has a 130-hp advantage over the Monterey 214 FSC 2007's 300-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 214 FSC 2007 carries 55 gallons versus 1 gallons in the Monterey 288SS 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Monterey 214 FSC 2007 is rated for up to 6 people. Passenger data for the Monterey 288SS 2013 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Monterey 288SS 2013 at 29,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Monterey 214 FSC 2007 at 21,0 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. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam9 ft. (2.7 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.74
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches108
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise21℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail23 in. (59 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail25 in. (64 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.58
Draft [drive up] meters0.64
Draft [drive up] inches23
Draft [drive up] inches25
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (92 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail37 in. (94 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters0.94
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inches37
Weight - Detail3,900 lbs. (1,770 kg)
Weight - Detail7,100 lbs. (3,221 kg)
Weight - kg1769.01
Weight - kg3220.5
Weight - lbs.39
Weight - lbs.71
Length - Meters6.41
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet21
Length - Feet29
Length [over all with swim platform]22 ft. 9 in. (6.95 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]29 ft. (8.8 m)
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 0 in. (6.41 m)
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters6.4
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches252
Length overall - Inchesnot available
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 - Detail55 gal. (208 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail100 gal. (378.5 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters208.2
Fuel tank capacity - Liters378.54
Fuel tank capacity - Gal55
Fuel tank capacity - Gal1
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard
Engine max300 hp
Engine max430 hp (320.7 kW)
Operational Info
HeadPorta-potti
Headnot available
Water capacity9 gal. (34 l)
Water capacity11 gal. (41.6 l)
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