Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Rinker 192 Captiva Bowrider 2007 vs Rinker 250 Express Crusier 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Rinker 192 Captiva Bowrider 2007 vs Rinker 250 Express Crusier 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 Rinker 250 Express Crusier 2007 measures 27,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 8,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Rinker 192 Captiva Bowrider 2007 at 19,0 feet (2007). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Rinker 250 Express Crusier 2007 tips the scales at 635 lbs — 366 lbs less than the Rinker 192 Captiva Bowrider 2007 at 269 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 320 hp, the Rinker 250 Express Crusier 2007 has a 95-hp advantage over the Rinker 192 Captiva Bowrider 2007's 225-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Rinker 250 Express Crusier 2007 carries 75 gallons versus 42 gallons in the Rinker 192 Captiva Bowrider 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 8 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Rinker 250 Express Crusier 2007 at 27,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Rinker 192 Captiva Bowrider 2007 at 19,0 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
Model192 Captiva Bowrider
Model250 Express Crusier
Model Year2007
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 0 in. (2.43 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches96
Beam - Inches102
Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. 0 in. (1.52 m)
Bridge clearance - Detail6 ft. 9 in. (2.05 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters1.52
Bridge clearance - Meters2.06
Bridge clearance - Inches6
Bridge clearance - Inches81
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise18℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail22 in. (55 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail24 in. (61 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.56
Draft [drive up] meters0.61
Draft [drive up] inches22
Draft [drive up] inches24
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail38 in. (97 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters0.97
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inches38
Weight - Detail2,690 lbs. (1,220 kg)
Weight - Detail6,350 lbs. (2,880 kg)
Weight - kg1220.16
Weight - kg2880.31
Weight - lbs.269
Weight - lbs.635
Length - Meters5.84
Length - Meters7.56
Length - Feet19
Length - Feet27
Length - Inches2
Length - Inches1
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 2 in. (5.84 m)
Length overall - Detail27 ft. 1 in. (7.56 m)
Length overall - Meters5.84
Length overall - Meters8.26
Length overall - Inches23
Length overall - Inches325
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardVolvo 3.0 GL SX - 135 hp
Engine/s standardMercruiser 5.0 MPI B2 - 260 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detail42 gal. (158 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail75 gal. (283.9 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters158.99
Fuel tank capacity - Liters283.91
Fuel tank capacity - Gal42
Fuel tank capacity - Gal75
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max225 hp
Engine max320 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people8
Maximum peoplenot available
Headroomnot available
Headroom6 ft. 1 in. (1.85 m)
Sleeping capacitynot available
Sleeping capacity4
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity33 gal. (124.9 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail27 gal. (102.2 l)
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters102.21
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal27