Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Sylvan 1500 Striker 2005 vs Sylvan 1600 Avenger TL 2004 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Sylvan 1500 Striker 2005 vs Sylvan 1600 Avenger TL 2004 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.
The Sylvan 1500 Striker 2005 carries a rated maximum of 40 hp. Engine data for the Sylvan 1600 Avenger TL 2004 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.
Both boats are rated for 4 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 Sylvan 1500 Striker 2005 and Sylvan 1600 Avenger TL 2004 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
Model1500 Striker
Model1600 Avenger TL
Model Year2005
Model Year2004
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters1.83
Beam - Meters2.29
Beam - Inches72
Beam - Inches9
Depth - Detail32 in
Depth - Detail23 in
Depth - Centimeters81.28
Depth - Centimeters58.42
Depth - Inches32
Depth - Inches23
Weight - Detail290 lbs
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg131.54
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.29
Weight - lbs.not available
Width [transom] - Detail61 in
Width [transom] - Detail87 in
Height - Detail32 in
Height - Detail32 in
Height - Meters0.81
Height - Meters0.81
Height - Inches32
Height - Inches32
Height [transom]LS
Height [transom]LS
Length - Feet15
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Inches5
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail15 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Detail16 ft
Length overall - Meters4.7
Length overall - Meters4.88
Length overall - Inches185
Length overall - Inches192
Body / Hull
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.070 Side: 0.060 Rib: 0.064
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.080 Side: 0.076 Rib: 0.08
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typenot available
Engine max40 hp
Engine maxnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,100 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people4
Maximum peoplenot available