The Sugar Sand Sole (240HP) 2002 vs Sugar Sand Tango Super Sport 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 Sugar Sand Tango Super Sport 2008 measures 16,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 14,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Sugar Sand Sole (240HP) 2002 at 2,0 feet (2002). At 22 lbs and 14 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 Sugar Sand Sole (240HP) 2002 carries a rated maximum of 240 hp. Engine data for the Sugar Sand Tango Super Sport 2008 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Sugar Sand Sole (240HP) 2002 carries 26 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Sugar Sand Tango Super Sport 2008. 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 Sugar Sand Sole (240HP) 2002 is rated for 9 passengers, while the Sugar Sand Tango Super Sport 2008 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Sugar Sand Sole (240HP) 2002 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Sugar Sand Sole (240HP) 2002 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 9 passengers and at 2,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Sugar Sand Tango Super Sport 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.