Nautique Ski Nautique 216 2009 boat specs
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Nautique Ski Nautique 216 2009
2009
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Nautique SkiNautique 2000 boat specs
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Nautique SkiNautique 2000
2000
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Nautique Ski Nautique 216 2009 vs Nautique SkiNautique 2000 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Nautique Ski Nautique 216 2009 vs Nautique SkiNautique 2000 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.

The Nautique Ski Nautique 216 2009 carries a rated maximum of 409 hp. Engine data for the Nautique SkiNautique 2000 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Nautique SkiNautique 2000 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Nautique Ski Nautique 216 2009 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Nautique SkiNautique 2000 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Nautique SkiNautique 2000 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 0,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Nautique Ski Nautique 216 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 1 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeNautique
MakeNautique
ModelSki Nautique 216
ModelSkiNautique
Model Year2009
Model Year2
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam91 in. (2.31 m)
Beam91"
Beam - Meters2.31
Beam - Meters2.31
Beam - Inches91
Beam - Inches91
Draft [max] - Detail24 in. (0.61 m)
Draft [max] - Detail24"
Draft [max] - Meters0.61
Draft [max] - Meters0.61
Draft [max] - Inches24
Draft [max] - Inches24
Weight - Detail2,990 lbs. (1,357 kg)
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg1356.24
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.299
Weight - lbs.not available
Length - Meters6.57
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet21
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Inches6.5
Length - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]23 ft. 3.5 in. (7.1 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 6.5 in. (6.57 m)
Length overall - Detail20' 8"
Length overall - Meters6.58
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Inches258.5
Length overall - Inches24
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine makePCM® Pro Sport 5.0 l
Engine makenot available
Engine modelMulti-Port EFI
Engine modelnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail29 gal. (109.8 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters109.78
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal29
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeInboard
Drive typenot available
Horsepower275 hp
Horsepowernot available
Engine max409 hp
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,325 lbs. (602 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people1
Maximum peoplenot available

Nautique Ski Nautique 216 2009 vs Nautique SkiNautique 2000 — Common Questions

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?
The Nautique Ski Nautique 216 2009 has a documented max rating of 409 hp. Engine specifications for the Nautique SkiNautique 2000 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Nautique Ski Nautique 216 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 1 passengers, while the Nautique SkiNautique 2000 is certified for 6. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?
Both the Nautique Ski Nautique 216 2009 and Nautique SkiNautique 2000 share an 91 in. (2.31 m) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.
Are the Nautique Ski Nautique 216 2009 and Nautique SkiNautique 2000 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Nautique Ski Nautique 216 2009 and the Nautique SkiNautique 2000 are built by Nautique. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.