Sunsation 32 XRT 2012 vs Sunsation F-4 2013 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat - the Sunsation 32 XRT 2012 or the Sunsation F-4 2013?

The Sunsation F-4 2013 is the longer of the two at 43,3 feet overall. The Sunsation 32 XRT 2012 comes in at 32,0 feet, making it roughly 11,3 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Sunsation F-4 2013 is rated to a maximum of 525 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Sunsation 32 XRT 2012 tops out at 320 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that - matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Sunsation 32 XRT 2012 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Sunsation F-4 2013 is certified for 13. 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 2012 and Sunsation F-4 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Sunsation 32 XRT 2012 and the Sunsation F-4 2013 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 2012 vs Sunsation F-4 2013

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Sunsation 32 XRT 2012

2012

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Sunsation F-4 2013

2013

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Sunsation 32 XRT 2012 vs Sunsation F-4 2013: Which Deep-V Boat Fits Your Needs?

Both the Sunsation 32 XRT 2012 and the Sunsation F-4 2013 are deep-V designs, both built in fibreglass, so the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 525 hp, the Sunsation F-4 2013 has a 205-hp advantage over the Sunsation 32 XRT 2012's 320-hp ceiling - enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Sunsation F-4 2013 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Sunsation 32 XRT 2012 caps at 9. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Sunsation F-4 2013 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Sunsation F-4 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 13 passengers and at 43,3 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Sunsation 32 XRT 2012 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

ModelF-4

Model Year2012

Model Year2013

Measurements / Dimensions

Length - Feet32

Length - Feet43.33

Length overall - Detail32 ft.

Length overall - Detail43 ft. 4 in.

Length overall - Meters9.75

Length overall - Meters13.21

Length overall - Inches384

Length overall - Inches520

Beamnot available

Beam8 ft. 9 in.

Beam - Metersnot available

Beam - Meters2.67

Beam - Inchesnot available

Beam - Inches105

Deadrisenot available

Deadrise24℃

Weight - Detailnot available

Weight - Detail10,000 lbs.

Weight - kgnot available

Weight - kg4535.92

Weight - lbs.not available

Weight - lbs.10000

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

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

Engine/s standardTwin ITS XR SportsMaster

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeInboard - Twin

Horsepower320 hp each

Horsepower525 hp each

Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail235 gal.

Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Liters889.57

Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Gal235

Operational Info

Water capacitynot available

Water capacity20 gal.

Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available

Holding tank capacity - Detail20 gal.

Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available

Holding tank capacity - Liters75.71

Holding tank capacity - Galnot available

Holding tank capacity - Gal20

Sunsation 32 XRT 2012 vs Sunsation F-4 2013 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Sunsation 32 XRT 2012 or the Sunsation F-4 2013?

The Sunsation F-4 2013 is the longer of the two at 43,3 feet overall. The Sunsation 32 XRT 2012 comes in at 32,0 feet, making it roughly 11,3 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Sunsation F-4 2013 is rated to a maximum of 525 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Sunsation 32 XRT 2012 tops out at 320 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that - matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Sunsation 32 XRT 2012 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Sunsation F-4 2013 is certified for 13. 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 2012 and Sunsation F-4 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Sunsation 32 XRT 2012 and the Sunsation F-4 2013 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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