Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Sylvan 8520 Cruise - In Stock 2022 vs Sylvan Viper 180 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Sylvan 8520 Cruise - In Stock 2022 vs Sylvan Viper 180 2009 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 Viper 180 2009 tops out at 175 hp. Engine specs for the Sylvan 8520 Cruise - In Stock 2022 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
Both boats are rated for 6 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 8520 Cruise - In Stock 2022 and Sylvan Viper 180 2009 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.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail20.00 ft
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 0 in
Length - Feet20
Length - Feet18
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Inches240
Length overall - Inches216
Beamnot available
Beam96 in
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches96
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail29 in
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters73.66
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches29
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail1,763 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg799.68
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.1763
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail92 in
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]XLS
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeOther
Fuel typeGas
Max no of enginesnot available
Max no of engines1
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail37 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters140.06
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal37
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max175 hp
Operational Info
Boat typePower
Boat typenot available
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,950 lbs
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people6
General Boat Info
Makenot available
MakeSylvan
Modelnot available
ModelViper 18
Model Yearnot available
Model Year2009
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee