Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Sea Ray 175 Sport 2006 vs Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Sea Ray 175 Sport 2006 vs Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 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 Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2007 measures 24,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 7,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Sea Ray 175 Sport 2006 at 17,0 feet (2006). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2007 tips the scales at 5 593 lbs — 5 572 lbs less than the Sea Ray 175 Sport 2006 at 21 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 Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2007 tops out at 300 hp. Engine specs for the Sea Ray 175 Sport 2006 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2007 carries 75 gallons versus 21 gallons in the Sea Ray 175 Sport 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 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 Sea Ray 240 Sundancer 2007 at 24,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Sea Ray 175 Sport 2006 at 17,0 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
Model175 Sport
Model240 Sundancer?
Model Year2006
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam7 ft. 0 in. (2.13 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters2.13
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches84
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise19℃
Deadrise18℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail18 in. (45.7 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail20 in. (53 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.46
Draft [drive up] meters0.51
Draft [drive up] inches18
Draft [drive up] inches2
Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (88.9 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail37 in. (94 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Meters0.94
Draft [max] - Inches35
Draft [max] - Inches37
Weight - Detail2,100 lbs. (953 kg)
Weight - Detail5,593 lbs. (2,537 kg)
Weight - kg952.54
Weight - kg2536.94
Weight - lbs.21
Weight - lbs.5593
Length - Meters5.33
Length - Meters7.92
Length - Feet17
Length - Feet24
Length - Inches6
Length - Inches6
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 6 in. (5.33 m)
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 6 in. (7.92 m)
Length overall - Meters5.33
Length overall - Meters7.47
Length overall - Inches21
Length overall - Inches294
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard3.0L Alpha I MCM Stern Drive with Turn-Key Start - 135 hp (101 kW)
Engine/s standard5.0L MPI Bravo? III MCM - 260 hp (194 kW)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail21 gal. (79.5 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail75 gal. (283.9 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters79.49
Fuel tank capacity - Liters283.91
Fuel tank capacity - Gal21
Fuel tank capacity - Gal75
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine maxnot available
Engine max300 hp (224 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity980 lbs. (444.5 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people7
Maximum peoplenot available
Headnot available
HeadFully enclosed, fiberglass
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity20 gal. (75.7 l)
Water heater capacitynot available
Water heater capacity6 gal. (22.7 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail18 gal. (68.1 l)
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters68.14
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal18
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass