Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Moomba Mobius XLV 2011 vs Moomba Outback LS 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Moomba Mobius XLV 2011 vs Moomba Outback LS 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Moomba Mobius XLV 2011 at 23,0 ft versus Moomba Outback LS 2006 at 21,0 ft. At 36 lbs and 31 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 325 hp for the Moomba Mobius XLV 2011 and 340 hp for the Moomba Outback LS 2006. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Moomba Outback LS 2006 carries 34 gallons versus 5 gallons in the Moomba Mobius XLV 2011. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Moomba Mobius XLV 2011 is rated for 16 passengers, while the Moomba Outback LS 2006 caps at 13. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Moomba Mobius XLV 2011 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Moomba Mobius XLV 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 16 passengers and at 23,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Moomba Outback LS 2006 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 13 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
ModelMobius XLV
ModelOutback LS
Model Year2011
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.49
Beam - Meters2.46
Beam - Inches98
Beam - Inches97
Draft [max] - Detail26 in
Draft [max] - Detail22 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.66
Draft [max] - Meters0.56
Draft [max] - Inches26
Draft [max] - Inches22
Weight - Detail3,600 lbs
Weight - Detail3,100 lbs
Weight - kg1632.93
Weight - kg1406.14
Weight - lbs.36
Weight - lbs.31
Length - Feet23
Length - Feet21
Length [over all with swim platform]25 ft
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detail23 ft
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 6 in
Length overall - Meters7.01
Length overall - Meters6.55
Length overall - Inches276
Length overall - Inches258
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches6
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine makeIndmar
Engine makenot available
Engine modelAssault™ 5.7 l MPI V8 with digital cruise
Engine modelnot available
Fuel systemEFI
Fuel systemnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail34 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Liters128.7
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Fuel tank capacity - Gal34
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeV-drive
Drive typeInboard
Horsepower325 hp
Horsepowernot available
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardIndmar Assault 5.7 l, 310 hp
Engine maxnot available
Engine max340 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,300 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people16
Maximum people13
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all26 ft. 8 in
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Weight4,700 lbs
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Width102 in
Trailer - Widthnot available
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailSingle torsion axle trailer with disc brakes