Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Tiara Yachts 3800 Open 2006 vs Tiara Yachts 3900 Open 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Tiara Yachts 3800 Open 2006 vs Tiara Yachts 3900 Open 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Tiara Yachts 3900 Open 2009 measures 39,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 35,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Tiara Yachts 3800 Open 2006 at 4,0 feet (2006). At 226 lbs and 245 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The Tiara Yachts 3900 Open 2009 tops out at 600 hp. Engine specs for the Tiara Yachts 3800 Open 2006 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Tiara Yachts 3900 Open 2009 carries 535 gallons versus 411 gallons in the Tiara Yachts 3800 Open 2006. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 12 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 Tiara Yachts 3900 Open 2009 at 39,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Tiara Yachts 3800 Open 2006 at 4,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
MakeTiara Yachts
MakeTiara Yachts
Model3800 Open
Model3900 Open
Model Year2006
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam14 ft. 2 in. (4.32 m)
Beam15 ft. 0 in. (4.57 m)
Beam - Meters4.32
Beam - Meters4.57
Beam - Inches17
Beam - Inches18
Deadrise18℃
Deadrise18℃
Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. 6 in. (1.06 m) w/props
Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. 6 in. (1.06 m) with props
Draft [max] - Meters1.07
Draft [max] - Meters1.07
Draft [max] - Inches42
Draft [max] - Inches42
Weight - Detail22,600 lbs. (10,251 kg)
Weight - Detail24,500 lbs. (11,113 kg)
Weight - kg10251.18
Weight - kg11113
Weight - lbs.226
Weight - lbs.245
Length - Meters12.42
Length - Meters11.96
Length - Feet4
Length - Feet39
Length - Inches9
Length - Inches3
Length overall - Detail40 ft. 9 in. (12.42 m) w/standard pulpit 38 ft. 4 in. (11.69 m) w/out standard pulpit
Length overall - Detail39 ft. 3 in. (11.96 m) without standard pulpit 41 ft. 11 in. (12.77 m) with standard pulpit
Length overall - Meters12.42
Length overall - Meters12.78
Length overall - Inches489
Length overall - Inches503
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail9 ft. 7 in. (2.92 m) from waterline to top of windshield 10 ft. 4 in. (3.15 m) from waterline to top of optional hardtop
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters3.15
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches124
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardTwin Cummins QSC8.3 diesels, 490 hp
Engine/s standardTwin Cummins? QSC, 550 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detail411 U.S. gal. (1,556 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail535 gal. (2,025 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1555.8
Fuel tank capacity - Liters2025.19
Fuel tank capacity - Gal411
Fuel tank capacity - Gal535
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine maxnot available
Engine max600 hp
Batterynot available
Battery12V 2-bank battery system with batteries and battery switches (3 engine batteries, 3 house batteries)
Operational Info
Sleeping capacity5
Sleeping capacity5
Water capacity110 U.S. gal. (416 l)
Water capacity120 gal. (454 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail40 U.S. gal. (151 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail38 gal. (143.8 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters151.42
Holding tank capacity - Liters143.85
Holding tank capacity - Gal4
Holding tank capacity - Gal38
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee