The Sea Ray 290 Select EX 2007 vs Sea Ray 680 Sun Sport 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Sea Ray 290 Select EX 2007 measures 29,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 22,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Sea Ray 680 Sun Sport 2005 at 7,0 feet (2005). At 77 lbs and 75 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 290 Select EX 2007 carries a rated maximum of 375 hp. Engine data for the Sea Ray 680 Sun Sport 2005 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Sea Ray 290 Select EX 2007 carries 13 gallons versus 1 gallons in the Sea Ray 680 Sun Sport 2005. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Sea Ray 680 Sun Sport 2005 is rated for 21 passengers, while the Sea Ray 290 Select EX 2007 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Sea Ray 680 Sun Sport 2005 could be the deciding factor.