Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Sea Ray 340 Sundancer 2005 vs Sea Ray 340 Sundancer 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Sea Ray 340 Sundancer 2005 vs Sea Ray 340 Sundancer 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 Ray 340 Sundancer 2005 at 37,0 ft versus Sea Ray 340 Sundancer 2006 at 37,0 ft. At 146 lbs and 146 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 340 Sundancer 2006 tops out at 375 hp. Engine specs for the Sea Ray 340 Sundancer 2005 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 225 gal and 225 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 11 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 340 Sundancer 2005 and Sea Ray 340 Sundancer 2006 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
Model340 Sundancer?
Model340 Sundancer?
Model Year2005
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam12 ft. 0 in. (3.66 m)
Beam12 ft. 0 in. (3.66 m)
Beam - Meters3.66
Beam - Meters3.66
Beam - Inches144
Beam - Inches144
Deadrise21℃
Deadrise21℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail27 in. (68.6 cm)
Draft [drive up] - DetailStern Drive: 27 in. (68.6 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.69
Draft [drive up] meters0.69
Draft [drive up] inches27
Draft [drive up] inches27
Draft [max] - Detail37 in. (94.0 cm) Inboards: 32 in. (81.3 cm)
Draft [max] - DetailStern Drive: 37 in. (94.0 cm) Inboards: 32 in. (81.3 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.94
Draft [max] - Meters0.94
Draft [max] - Inches37
Draft [max] - Inches37
Weight - Detail14,600 lbs. (6,623 kg)
Weight - Detail14,600 lbs. (6,623 kg)
Weight - kg6622.44
Weight - kg6622.44
Weight - lbs.146
Weight - lbs.146
Length - Meters11.43
Length - Meters11.43
Length - Feet37
Length - Feet37
Length - Inches6
Length - Inches6
Length overall - Detail37 ft. 6 in. (11.43 m)
Length overall - Detail37 ft. 6 in. (11.43 m)
Length overall - Meters11.43
Length overall - Meters11.43
Length overall - Inches45
Length overall - Inches45
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardT-VD-MX6.2L MPI MerCruiser? Gasoline V-Drives (T-320 hp - 239 kw)
Engine/s standardT-VD-MX6.2 MPI MerCruiser? Gasoline V-Drives - T-320 hp (239 kW)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail225 gal. (851.6 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail225 gal. (851.6 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters851.72
Fuel tank capacity - Liters851.72
Fuel tank capacity - Gal225
Fuel tank capacity - Gal225
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeInboard
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Engine maxnot available
Engine maxT-375 hp
Operational Info
Water capacity45 gal. (170.3 l)
Water capacity45 gal. (170.3 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail28 gal. (106 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail28 gal. (106 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters105.99
Holding tank capacity - Liters105.99
Holding tank capacity - Gal28
Holding tank capacity - Gal28