Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Sylvan 1600 Avenger TL 2005 vs Sylvan Alaskan 15 TLL 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Sylvan 1600 Avenger TL 2005 vs Sylvan Alaskan 15 TLL 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.
The Sylvan Alaskan 15 TLL 2008 tops out at 35 hp. Engine specs for the Sylvan 1600 Avenger TL 2005 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
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 1600 Avenger TL 2005 and Sylvan Alaskan 15 TLL 2008 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
Model1600 Avenger TL
ModelAlaskan 15 TLL
Model Year2005
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.29
Beam - Meters1.73
Beam - Inches9
Beam - Inches68
Depth - Detail23 in
Depth - Detail21 in
Depth - Centimeters58.42
Depth - Centimeters53.34
Depth - Inches23
Depth - Inches21
Width [transom] - Detail87 in
Width [transom] - Detail59 in
Height - Detail32 in
Height - Detail27 in
Height - Meters0.81
Height - Meters0.69
Height - Inches32
Height - Inches27
Height [transom]LS
Height [transom]LS / SS
Length - Feet16
Length - Feet14
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Detail14 ft. 11 in
Length overall - Meters4.88
Length overall - Meters4.55
Length overall - Inches192
Length overall - Inches179
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail270 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg122.47
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.27
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches11
Body / Hull
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.080 Side: 0.076 Rib: 0.08
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.064 in. Side: 0.060 in. Rib: 0.064 in
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Max no of enginesnot available
Max no of engines1
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Engine maxnot available
Engine max35 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity850 lbs
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people4