Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Rinker 192 Captiva Bowrider 2009 vs Rinker 248 Deckboat 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a deep vee Rinker 192 Captiva Bowrider 2009 against a modified vee Rinker 248 Deckboat 2008 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
The Rinker 248 Deckboat 2008 tops out at 320 hp. Engine specs for the Rinker 192 Captiva Bowrider 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Rinker 248 Deckboat 2008 carries 75 gallons versus 42 gallons in the Rinker 192 Captiva Bowrider 2009. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 7 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 248 Deckboat 2008 at 24,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Rinker 192 Captiva Bowrider 2009 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
Model248 Deckboat
Model Year2009
Model Year2008
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 - Detail5 ft. (1.52 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters1.52
Bridge clearance - Meters1.52
Bridge clearance - Inches6
Bridge clearance - Inches6
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise13℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail22 in. (55 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail23 in. (58 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.56
Draft [drive up] meters0.58
Draft [drive up] inches22
Draft [drive up] inches23
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (89 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inches35
Weight - Detail2,690 lbs. (1,220 kg)
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg1220.16
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.269
Weight - lbs.not available
Length - Meters5.84
Length - Meters7.52
Length - Feet19
Length - Feet24
Length - Inches2
Length - Inches8
Length [over all with swim platform]21 ft. 8 in. (6.43 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 2 in. (5.84 m)
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 8 in. (7.52 m)
Length overall - Meters5.84
Length overall - Meters7.52
Length overall - Inches23
Length overall - Inches296
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardMercruiser 3.0 L TKS Alpha - 135 hp
Engine/s standardVolvo 5.0 GXi DP - 270 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
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine maxnot available
Engine max320 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people7
Maximum peoplenot available
Water capacitynot available
Water capacityFresh: 10 gal. (37.8 l)