Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Stingray 200CX 2006 vs Stingray 220SX 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Stingray 200CX 2006 vs Stingray 220SX 2008 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 Stingray 220SX 2008 measures 21,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 19,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Stingray 200CX 2006 at 2,0 feet (2006). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Stingray 200CX 2006 tips the scales at 2 827 lbs — 2 495 lbs more than the Stingray 220SX 2008 at 332 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.
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 Stingray 220SX 2008 at 21,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Stingray 200CX 2006 at 2,0 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
Model Year2006
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam92 in. (234 cm)
Beam97 in. (246 cm)
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Meters2.46
Beam - Inches92
Beam - Inches97
Bridge clearance - Detail50 in. (127 cm)
Bridge clearance - Detail51 in. (130 cm)
Bridge clearance - Meters1.27
Bridge clearance - Meters1.3
Bridge clearance - Inches5
Bridge clearance - Inches51
Deadrise19℃
Deadrise19℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail17 in. (43 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail19 in. (48 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.43
Draft [drive up] meters0.48
Draft [drive up] inches17
Draft [drive up] inches19
Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (79 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (84 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Inches31
Draft [max] - Inches33
Weight - Detail2,827 lbs. (w/ 4.3L MPI engine)
Weight - Detail3,320 lbs. (1,506 kg)
Weight - kg1282.3
Weight - kg1505.93
Weight - lbs.2827
Weight - lbs.332
Length - Meters6.2
Length - Meters6.5
Length - Feet2
Length - Feet21
Length - Inches3
Length - Inches6
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 3 in. (6.2 m)
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 6 in. (6.5 m)
Length overall - Meters6.17
Length overall - Meters6.55
Length overall - Inches243
Length overall - Inches258
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail35 gal. (133 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail38 gal. (144 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters132.49
Fuel tank capacity - Liters143.85
Fuel tank capacity - Gal35
Fuel tank capacity - Gal38
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardVolvo 4.3 MPI 225 SX
Operational Info
Sleeping capacity2+1
Sleeping capacity2
Water capacity3 gal. (11 l)
Water capacity3 gal. (11 l)
Maximum capacity1,545 lbs. (701 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people8
Maximum people8 @ 1,850 lbs. (839 kg)
Headnot available
HeadPorta-potti
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee