Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Monterey 248 LSC Montura 2006 vs Monterey 320SY 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Monterey 248 LSC Montura 2006 vs Monterey 320SY 2011 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 320SY 2011 measures 33,8 feet overall (2011), giving it roughly 9,8 additional feet of deck space compared to the Monterey 248 LSC Montura 2006 at 24,0 feet (2006). At 51 lbs and 132 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 375 hp, the Monterey 248 LSC Montura 2006 has a 55-hp advantage over the Monterey 320SY 2011's 320-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 248 LSC Montura 2006 carries 77 gallons versus 18 gallons in the Monterey 320SY 2011. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Monterey 248 LSC Montura 2006 is rated for up to 7 people. Passenger data for the Monterey 320SY 2011 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Monterey 320SY 2011 at 33,8 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Monterey 248 LSC Montura 2006 at 24,0 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
Model248 LSC Montura
Model320SY
Model Year2006
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.60 m)
Beam10 ft. 10 in. (3.3 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters3.3
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches13
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise17℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail24 in. (62 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail30 in. (76.2 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.61
Draft [drive up] meters0.76
Draft [drive up] inches24
Draft [drive up] inches3
Draft [max] - Detail37 in. (95 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail40 in. (101.6 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.94
Draft [max] - Meters1.02
Draft [max] - Inches37
Draft [max] - Inches4
Weight - Detail5,100 lbs. (2,315 kg)
Weight - Detail13,200 lbs. (5,987 kg)
Weight - kg2313.32
Weight - kg5987.41
Weight - lbs.51
Weight - lbs.132
Length - Meters7.48
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet33.83
Length - Inches6
Length - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]26 ft. 7 in. (8.12 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]33 ft. 10 in. (10.3 m)
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 6 in. (7.48 m)
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters7.47
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches294
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch: 10 ft. 2 in. (3.1 m)
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters3.1
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches122
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail77 gal. (291 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail180 gal. (681.37 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters291.48
Fuel tank capacity - Liters681.37
Fuel tank capacity - Gal77
Fuel tank capacity - Gal18
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Engine max375 hp
Engine maxT-320 hp (T-238.6 kW)
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Operational Info
Water capacity14 gal. (53 l)
Water capacity42 gal. (159 l)
Headroomnot available
Headroom6 ft. 3 in. (1.91 m)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail28 gal. (105.99 l)
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters105.99
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal28
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee