Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Sea Fox 220 XT 2010 vs Sea Fox 245 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Sea Fox 220 XT 2010 vs Sea Fox 245 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 — Sea Fox 220 XT 2010 at 22,0 ft versus Sea Fox 245 2006 at 24,0 ft. At 18 lbs and 27 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 250 hp, the Sea Fox 245 2006 has a 25-hp advantage over the Sea Fox 220 XT 2010'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 Sea Fox 220 XT 2010 carries 65 gallons versus 9 gallons in the Sea Fox 245 2006. 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: Performance buyers should lean toward the Sea Fox 245 2006 and its 250-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Sea Fox 220 XT 2010 with its 225-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
Model Year201
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Bridge clearance - Detail7 ft. 10 in. (2.4 m)
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.39
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches94
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Deadrise16°
Deadrise16℃
Draft [max] - DetailTunnel Hull: 11 in. (0.28 m) V-Hull: 13 in. (0.33 m)
Draft [max] - DetailTunnel hull: 11 in. V-hull: 13 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.33
Draft [max] - Meters0.33
Draft [max] - Inches13
Draft [max] - Inches13
Weight - Detail1,800 lbs. (1,158 kg)
Weight - Detail2,700 lbs
Weight - kg816.47
Weight - kg1224.7
Weight - lbs.18
Weight - lbs.27
Height [transom]Tunnel Hull: 20 in. (0.51 m) V-Hull: 25 in. (0.64 m)
Height [transom]Tunnel hull: 20 in. V-bottom: 25 in
Length - Feet22
Length - Feet24
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 0 in. (6.9 m)
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters6.71
Length overall - Meters7.32
Length overall - Inches264
Length overall - Inches288
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail65 gal. (246 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail90 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters246.05
Fuel tank capacity - Liters340.69
Fuel tank capacity - Gal65
Fuel tank capacity - Gal9
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max225 hp (168 kW)
Engine max250 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,000 lbs. (907 kg)
Maximum capacity2,200 lbs
Maximum people8
Maximum people8