Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
VIP 184 Viva II Combo 2008 vs VIP Deckliner 191 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The VIP 184 Viva II Combo 2008 vs VIP Deckliner 191 2006 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — VIP 184 Viva II Combo 2008 at 18,0 ft versus VIP Deckliner 191 2006 at 19,0 ft. At 25 lbs and 27 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 VIP 184 Viva II Combo 2008 carries a rated maximum of 135 hp. Engine data for the VIP Deckliner 191 2006 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the VIP Deckliner 191 2006 carries 46 gallons versus 2 gallons in the VIP 184 Viva II Combo 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The VIP 184 Viva II Combo 2008 is rated for 8 passengers, while the VIP Deckliner 191 2006 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the VIP 184 Viva II Combo 2008 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the VIP 184 Viva II Combo 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 18,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The VIP Deckliner 191 2006 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 7 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
Model184 Viva II Combo
ModelDeckliner 191
Model Year2008
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.24
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches88
Beam - Inches96
Deadrise16.5℃
Deadrisenot available
Weight - Detail2,300 lbs. (4-cylinder) 2,500 lbs. (6-cylinder)
Weight - Detail2,500 lbs. with 3.0 l 2,700 lbs. with 4.3 l
Weight - kg1133.98
Weight - kg1224.7
Weight - lbs.25
Weight - lbs.27
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet19
Length - Inches5
Length - Inches1
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 1 in
Length overall - Meters5.61
Length overall - Meters5.82
Length overall - Inches221
Length overall - Inches229
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail20 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail46 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters75.71
Fuel tank capacity - Liters174.13
Fuel tank capacity - Gal2
Fuel tank capacity - Gal46
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeInboard
Engine max135-190 hp
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Maximum people8 or 1,150 lbs
Maximum people7 or 1,121 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailModel 7954SN single axle with chrome wheels and lug nuts
Trailer - Detail3.0 l: Model 7900SN color-coordinated single axle w/ chrome wheels 4.3 l: Model 7904TN color-coordinated tandem axle w/ chrome wheels
Trailer - Height75 in
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Length over all21 ft. 2 in
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - WeightTow Weight: 3,300 lbs
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Width92 in
Trailer - Widthnot available