Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Sea Ray 210 Select 2008 vs Sea Ray 225 Weekender 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Sea Ray 210 Select 2008 vs Sea Ray 225 Weekender 2005 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 Ray 210 Select 2008 at 21,0 ft versus Sea Ray 225 Weekender 2005 at 24,0 ft. At 408 lbs and 477 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 Sea Ray 210 Select 2008 carries a rated maximum of 300 hp. Engine data for the Sea Ray 225 Weekender 2005 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 4 gal and 5 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
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 Sea Ray 225 Weekender 2005 at 24,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Sea Ray 210 Select 2008 at 21,0 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
Model210 Select
Model225 Weekender?
Model Year2008
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise19℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail21 in. (53.5 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail20 in. (50.8 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.53
Draft [drive up] meters0.51
Draft [drive up] inches21
Draft [drive up] inches2
Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (88.9 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail37 in. (94.0 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Meters0.94
Draft [max] - Inches35
Draft [max] - Inches37
Weight - Detail4,080 lbs. (1,851kg)
Weight - Detail4,770 lbs. (2,163.6 kg)
Weight - kg1850.66
Weight - kg2163.63
Weight - lbs.408
Weight - lbs.477
Length - Meters6.4
Length - Meters7.32
Length - Feet21
Length - Feet24
Length overall - Detail21 ft. (6.4 m)
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 0 in. (7.32 m)
Length overall - Meters6.4
Length overall - Meters7.32
Length overall - Inches252
Length overall - Inches288
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard5.0L MPI Alpha I MCM - 260 hp (194 kW)
Engine/s standard5.0L MPI Alpha I MCM Stern Drive (260 hp - 194 kw)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail40 gal. (151 l), Usable fuel: 36 gal. (136 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189.3 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters151.42
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Gal4
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max300 hp (224 kW)
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,200 lbs. (544 kg)
Maximum capacity1,800 lbs. (816.5 kg)
Maximum people8 @ 1,100 lbs (499 kg)
Maximum people8
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity8 gal. (30.3 l)
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailTandem-axle, painted
Trailer - Detailnot available