Sunsation 32 XRT 2011 vs Sunsation 36 XRT 2010 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Sunsation 32 XRT 2011 or the Sunsation 36 XRT 2010?

The Sunsation 36 XRT 2010 is the longer of the two at 36,0 feet overall. The Sunsation 32 XRT 2011 comes in at 32,0 feet, making it roughly 4,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Sunsation 32 XRT 2011 has a documented max rating of 320 hp. Engine specifications for the Sunsation 36 XRT 2010 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Sunsation 32 XRT 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Sunsation 36 XRT 2010 is certified for 10. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

Q: Are the Sunsation 32 XRT 2011 and Sunsation 36 XRT 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Sunsation 32 XRT 2011 and the Sunsation 36 XRT 2010 are built by Sunsation. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.

Boat Comparison

Sunsation 32 XRT 2011 vs Sunsation 36 XRT 2010

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Sunsation 32 XRT 2011

2011

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Sunsation 36 XRT 2010

2010

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Sunsation 32 XRT 2011 vs Sunsation 36 XRT 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Sunsation 32 XRT 2011 against a modified vee Sunsation 36 XRT 2010 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

The Sunsation 32 XRT 2011 carries a rated maximum of 320 hp. Engine data for the Sunsation 36 XRT 2010 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Sunsation 36 XRT 2010 is rated for 10 passengers, while the Sunsation 32 XRT 2011 caps at 9. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Sunsation 36 XRT 2010 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Sunsation 36 XRT 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 10 passengers and at 36,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Sunsation 32 XRT 2011 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 9 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeSunsation

Model32 XRT

Model36 XRT

Model Year2011

Model Year201

Measurements / Dimensions

Length - Feet32

Length - Feet36

Length overall - Detail32 ft

Length overall - Detail36 ft. 0 in

Length overall - Meters9.75

Length overall - Meters10.97

Length overall - Inches384

Length overall - Inches432

Beamnot available

Beam97 in

Beam - Metersnot available

Beam - Meters2.46

Beam - Inchesnot available

Beam - Inches97

Deadrisenot available

Deadrise24°

Draft [max] - Detailnot available

Draft [max] - Detail36 in

Draft [max] - Metersnot available

Draft [max] - Meters0.91

Draft [max] - Inchesnot available

Draft [max] - Inches36

Weight - Detailnot available

Weight - Detail7,900 lbs. (approximate with base power)

Weight - kgnot available

Weight - kg3583.38

Weight - lbs.not available

Weight - lbs.79

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardTwin MX 6.2 MPI's - Bravo One drives

Engine/s standardMercury 502 HO's 430 hp each - Bravo X drives

Fuel typeGas

Fuel typeGas or Diesel

Drive typeInboard - Twin

Drive typeI/O - Twin

Horsepower320 hp each

Horsepowernot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail145 gal

Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Liters548.88

Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Gal145

Sunsation 32 XRT 2011 vs Sunsation 36 XRT 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Sunsation 32 XRT 2011 or the Sunsation 36 XRT 2010?

The Sunsation 36 XRT 2010 is the longer of the two at 36,0 feet overall. The Sunsation 32 XRT 2011 comes in at 32,0 feet, making it roughly 4,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Sunsation 32 XRT 2011 has a documented max rating of 320 hp. Engine specifications for the Sunsation 36 XRT 2010 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Sunsation 32 XRT 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Sunsation 36 XRT 2010 is certified for 10. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

Are the Sunsation 32 XRT 2011 and Sunsation 36 XRT 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Sunsation 32 XRT 2011 and the Sunsation 36 XRT 2010 are built by Sunsation. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.

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